sustainability

Video-based lesson plans

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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thermometer showing high temperature and a slogan - are heatwaves getting worse?

This lesson has been updated with a new video exploring the recent heatwave across Europe.

Vocabulary: other ways to say “It’s very hot”
Functional language: talking about negative consequences
Speaking: conversation questions, brainstorming, creating an awareness campaign

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a photo of costa rica rainforest and a slogan "learn the golden rules of eco-conscious travel"

This B1 ESL worksheet focuses on the topic of ecotourism in Costa Rica and how sustainable travel practices help protect biodiversity, support local communities, and reduce environmental impact. Students build essential vocabulary related to nature conservation, sustainable travel, and eco-friendly behaviour.

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a notepad with text "business trends" and a slogan "which trends are here to sty?"

This Business English worksheet focuses on current and emerging business trends, guiding learners through vocabulary development about describing trends, listening comprehension, structured speaking activities, and reflective tasks designed to build awareness of how trends shape industries and consumer behaviour.

3:05

carbon neutral concept and a slogan "are companies buying their way out of responsibility?"

This ESL worksheet explores key topics around carbon offsets, sustainability, and corporate climate pledges.
Ideal for upper-intermediate learners, this resource includes speaking and vocabulary activities to support language development around climate change, corporate responsibility, net-zero emissions, renewable energy, and greenwashing.

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a photo of a hotel and a slogan "can a hotel be sustainable?"

This FREE intermediate ESL lesson explores the topic of sustainability in the hospitality industry, with a focus on sustainable features in hotels. Students learn essential vocabulary, weigh the pros and cons of various sustainable practices, and watch a video about an eco-friendly hotel.

2:44

a person symbolicly cutting their credot card and a slogan "Declutter and give away items you no longer need!"

Vocabulary: thrift store, pre-loved, repurpose, give away, declutter, sharing economy
Functional language: Describing the condition of an item
Writing: a post to give away an item

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