Pronunciation minimal pairs ae and e

This ESL lesson plan helps teens build confidence in reading and writing comments on social media. Through analyzing and categorizing different comment types, students will practice A2-level language skills by identifying positive, negative, and neutral feedback. This individual activity encourages learners to improve their vocabulary and express their opinions in brief social media comments.

Skills

• Can make brief positive or negative comments online about embedded links and media using a repertoire of basic language, though he/she will generally have to refer to an online translation tool and other resources.

This ESL lesson plan introduces A1-A2 teens and adults to Halloween traditions from around the world through engaging reading and writing exercises in a 60-minute individual session. Students will complete fill-in-the-blank activities, explore Halloween customs across countries, and discuss cultural differences in how people celebrate this holiday. Through vocabulary practice and comprehension questions, learners enhance their ability to describe global Halloween traditions and share their personal celebrations.

Skills

• Can understand the main points in short news items on subjects of personal interest.

Part A: answer the six questions about YOU.

Part B: read your classmates' answers in the comments. Write the name of one classmate for each sentence. Write in English!

Put the following verbs into the third person singular form. Then write the pronunciation of the -s/ -es ending (/s/, /z/, or /ɪz/).