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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 photo of pysanky and a slogan "the art of ukrainian easter eggs"

Ukrainian Easter Eggs: The Art of Pysanky

In this A2–B1 ESL lesson on Easter traditions and the art of Ukrainian pysanky, students explore the cultural significance of decorated eggs. They develop vocabulary related to art, crafts, as well as expressions related to sequencing and explaining steps.

A2 / B1

Lifestyle ESL lesson plans, Art ESL lesson plans

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a photo of a new year's celebration, and a slogan "which country has the best New Year's tradition?"

New Year’s traditions around the world

Explore New Year’s traditions from around the world with this engaging lesson plan designed for intermediate English language learners. Students will learn new vocabulary related to New Year’s celebrations, practice speaking and listening, and reflect on cultural customs and superstitions associated with celebrating the New Year.

B1 / B2

Social issues ESL lesson plans

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a photo of a blossoming tree and a slogan "the importance of the spring equinox around the world"

Celebrating the arrival of spring

This ESL lesson focuses on the Spring Equinox, a time of renewal, balance, and cultural celebration around the world.

Students will enhance their language skills while exploring the traditions and customs associated with this natural event.

B1 / B2

Environment ESL lesson plans, Social issues ESL lesson plans

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Culture shock

This ESL lesson focuses on culture shock and the process of adapting to new environments while helping students master the use of words expressing contrast and the grammar structures “be used to” and “get used to”.

Students will learn to describe their personal experiences with cultural differences and discuss the challenges and rewards of adapting to new cultures.

B2 / C1

Social issues ESL lesson plans