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Whether your lessons are online or in-person, The English Flows’ lesson plans are the ultimate time-saver for ESL teachers working with adult and Business English students. Cut down on prep work and free up your time for what truly matters – guiding, coaching, and meeting your students' unique needs. Our current and highly relatable topics will keep your students engaged before, during, and after the class. We add 7-8 new video-based ESL lesson plans each month. Ignite their curiosity and inspire them to explore the English language further!

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a football ball with the spanish flag on it, and a slgan "congratulations, Spain"

Spain wins the 2026 World Cup

Relive the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with this breaking news ESL lesson based on the tournament’s biggest stories, unforgettable comebacks, and Spain’s historic triumph.

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

3:00

a football ball and a slogan "who will win the 2026 world cup?"

World Cup 2026: Predictions, Odds and Surprises

Engage your students with this current events lesson on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they explore real-world football predictions, discuss team performance, and practise using authentic, everyday English. It is designed for B1–B2 level learners and is ideal for developing football vocabulary and speaking fluency around predictions and statistics in sport.

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

4:34

an mage representing the 2026 world cup, and a slogan "will the promised economic boost materialize?"

World Cup 2026: Economic Promise vs. Economic Reality

This B2-level ESL worksheet focuses mainly on the 2026 World Cup and more generally on the economic impact of large-scale international events. It is ideal for professionals interested in economics, tourism, and global events. Students build and practice key vocabulary related to economics, travel, and event management.

B2 / C1

Business ESL lesson plans, Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

2:30

a photo of a stadium, and a slogan "are you going to follow the 2026 world cup?"

The stadiums of the 2026 World Cup

Vocabulary: stadiums (pitch, stands, concession stands, gates, ticket office, box seat)
Vocabulary: stages of a tournament (group stage, knockout rounds, Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, Final)
Speaking: conversaiton questions, comparing different ways to watch a football game

A2 / B1

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

3:23

a photo of a big crowd and a slogan "managing crowds at large scale events"

Event management: Crowd control

In this B2-C1 ESL lesson on crowd management and event safety, students explore the risks associated with large gatherings and learn how organisers prevent accidents and manage crowds. Learners develop vocabulary related to crowd control, security measures, queueing systems, and emergency procedures.

B2 / C1

Business ESL lesson plans

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the super bowl setting with snacks and a slogan "why are super bowl ads so expensive?"

The Super Bowl of advertising

This Business English lesson explores the Super Bowl’s role in advertising, focusing on the impact of high-profile commercials, marketing strategies, and return on investment. Students will discuss the effectiveness of Super Bowl ads, learn key advertising vocabulary, and analyze real-world examples from some of the biggest brands.

B2 / C1

Business ESL lesson plans, Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

4:30

a skier and a slogan "everything you need to know about the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Games"

2026 Winter Olympics

This ESL lesson plan is built around the Milan–Cortina Winter Olympics 2026 and is designed for intermediate learners. Learners explore winter sports, Olympic terminology, host cities, and the long-term impact of major sporting events.

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

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