Lesson Overview

This lesson plan is aimed at C2 learners due to the very advanced content. The lesson focuses on common expressions that people get wrong, and presents many fun, engaging activities. The class is definitely challenging but we are sure it will be encouraging for students to see that even native speakers get expressions wrong all the time! 

The ESL lesson plan on common phrases is focussed around an awesome video which explains the topic clearly, in a fun way. Then, there are multiple exercises that build on the theme of the class. Our favourite exercise is number 6 which explores malapropisms - an activity that we’re sure all teachers will find amusing! However, all exercises within the lesson plan are fantastic which will challenge even the most advanced students!

Activities: 

1. Warm up.
2. Listening practice. 
3. Video vocabulary. 
4. Video interpretation. 
5. Article: Do I need to learn idioms? 
6. Malapropisms. 
7. Common Idioms practice. 
8. Debate. 

Homework

The homework section of this ESL lesson plan on common phrases provides three detailed, engaging activities. The first presents students with an awesome article with tips on how to learn idioms. Next, there is a vocabulary exercise followed by a series of questions. Your ESL students will love this homework section!

Activities:

1. Article: How to learn idioms. 
2. Vocabulary exercise. 
3. Writing practice.