ESL Lesson Plan Do Animals Have Language?

This B2 ESL lesson explores the topic “Do Animals Have Language?”, helping students discuss how animals communicate and compare this with human language.

Learners look at different examples of animal communication, such as how animals share information about danger, food, and social behaviour, and consider whether these systems can be called “language.”

Students learn and use key vocabulary related to communication and language features, such as grammar, productivity, and communication systems, as well as phrases for giving opinions and justifying ideas, such as “I think…”, “In my opinion…”, and “It depends because…”.

This lesson is ideal for B2 learners who are developing their ability to discuss ideas, give reasons, and take part in longer speaking discussions on thought-provoking topics.