Lesson overview:

This lesson will explore the topic of alcohol; from how to stop binge drinking to natural pub vocabulary. This lesson includes reading and listening activities, debates and vocabulary exercises, and as always there is a homework section; so there truly is something for anyone!

This ESL lesson plan on alcohol presents students with the perfect opportunity to discuss the broad topic of alcohol. The class begins with a vocabulary and dialogue exercise which introduces natural pub language; therefore we definitely recommend delivering this class to students who love British culture! 

Next, the ESL lesson plan on alcohol moves onto reading and listening activities which will inspire a lively discussion, as a result we have had great success delivering this class to energetic students. Please note; we believe that this lesson is still effective with students who don’t drink alcohol as it gives them an opportunity to talk about their choices and culture, as well as learning important vocabulary. Activities: 

1. Warm up. 
2. Common pub phrases. 
3. Idioms.
4. Common reasons why people drink. 
5. Video analysis. 
6. How to stop binge drinking.
7. Debate.
8. Discussion questions. 

Homework:

This lesson provides a fun homework task which builds on the final exercise from the lesson. We have found students really like this activity because by offering it as homework, they can take time to digest the points and vocabulary learned in class before writing a thoughtful, detailed text. Activities: 

1. Reading: More ways to stop binge drinking.
2. Idioms practice. 
3. Phrases practice.