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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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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

image of the worlg cup trophy, and a slogan "what is the history of the world cup trophy?

The Incredible history of the World Cup trophy

This ESL worksheet explores the fascinating true story of the World Cup trophy, helping students master the passive voice while building crime and mystery-related vocabulary. It is most suitable for B1–B2 level learners and is ideal for lessons on grammar (passive voice), crime vocabulary, speaking fluency, and listening comprehension.

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

5:40

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

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a stadium full of football fans who are cheering and a slogan - are you a football fan?

Football fans

Functional language: talking about the team you support (I’m backing, I’m rooting for, I’m cheering for)
Vocabulary: measures against football hooliganism (ban, fine, zero-tolerance policy)
Video: “Football fan culture is changing but which type of supporter are you?”

B1 / B2

Lifestyle ESL lesson plans

6:10

a football and a slolgan "why do people love football so much?"

Why is football so popular?

Vocabulary: football (people in football, parts of the pitch, verbs related to football)
Speaking: popular sports, guess the sport
Listening: Why is football the most popular sport?

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

4:53

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a football with argentine flag on it and a slogan - congratulations, Argentina!

Argentina wins the 2022 World Cup FREE

Vocabulary: football matches and statistics
Video: Heroes’ welcome for Messi and World Cup champions in Argentina
Speaking: conversation questions

 

 

B1 / B2

Sports & Action ESL lesson plans

2:50

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