Lifestyle ESL lesson plans

For ESL teachers exploring lifestyle and culture, our video-based lesson plans provide a comprehensive approach to discussing a variety of engaging topics. Each lesson covers aspects such as alternative lifestyles, travel experiences, urban and rural living, digital nomadism, celebrations and traditions, and hobbies and leisure activities. These lessons are designed to keep students engaged while encouraging them to share and discuss their personal experiences.

all our worksheets about lifestyle and culture

a person doing skydiving, and a slogan "good stress vs bad stress"

Vocabulary: collocations and expressions with “stress” (chronic stress, stress-induced, stress-free, stress management, stress out)
Confising words: distress vs de-stress
Speaking: stressful situations, stress managements techniques, refaming your perspective

4:37

a person crossing his fingers and a slogan "are you a superstitious person?"

Vocabulary: words and expressions related to superstitions (e.g. omen, jinx, misfortune, unlucky, toss a coin, knock on wood, cross your fingers)
Video: The craziest superstitions in the world
Speaking: superstitions in students’ culture

5:15

a photo of a dog and a slogan - "How do pets improve our mental health?"

Vocabulary: pet care, having fun with your pet, mental health benefits of having a pet
Video: “7 ways having a pet can improve your mental health”
Speaking: animals in our lives, responsibilities of having a pet, how to have contact with animals if you can’t have a pet

5:30

an image saying "yeas, I can", and a slogan "How cna you boost your self-confidence?

Vocabulary: self-confidence (empowered, self-esteem, face challenges head-on, pep talk)
Functional language: expressions to motivate and encourage someone
Vocabulary: words starting with self (self-care, self-defense, self-respect, self-awareness, self-control, self-doubt)

4:17

a woman on a trip and a slogan "how to maintain healthy habits while on vacation"

Vocabulary: verb + noun collocations with “habit” and “routine”
Vocabulary: packing
Speaking: healthy habits and routines packing for a trip

 

2:00

a couple living a wealthy lifestyle, and a slogan "why some people decide to hide their welath?"

Adjectives: lavish, opulent, flashy, over-the-top, boastful, low-key, frugal, humble, unassuming
Idioms: keep up appearances, keep up with the Joneses, maintain a low profile, live beyond/below your means
Speaking: attitutes towards wealth, pros and cons of stealth wealth lifestyle

5:24

a photo of the American flaf and a slogan "celebrating fourth of july"

Vocabulary: Independence Day (speech, fireworks, flag, national anthem, colonies, empire, patriotism, revolution, freedom, parade)
Confusing words: story vs history
Speaking: history, Independence Day, patriotism

2:27

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

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?”

6:10

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Lifestyle-Focused ESL Lessons

Try out The English Flows’ lesson plans related to lifestyle and culture if you are an ESL teacher whose students are:

  • Individuals interested in broadening their cultural awareness and understanding of different lifestyles, which can make language learning more meaningful and enjoyable.
  • Individuals who have recently moved to a new country and need to understand local customs, social norms, and everyday practices to better integrate into their new environment.
  • Professionals Relocating for Work: Employees moving to an English-speaking country for work who need to navigate cultural differences and understand local customs in both personal and professional contexts.
  • International Students: Students studying abroad who want to learn more about the culture of their host country, enhance their social interactions, and adapt more easily to the local lifestyle.
  • Travel Enthusiasts: Learners who are interested in global cultures and lifestyles and want to prepare for travel or cultural exchanges by improving their understanding of different ways of life.

Each ESL lesson plan is 5-8 pages long, and is designed to explore lifestyle and cultural topics in depth. These subjects are highly relatable and promote cultural awareness. Topics such as alternative lifestyles, travel, cultural traditions, and leisure activities offer numerous opportunities for meaningful language practice and interaction.

Every lesson plan includes

Pre-class online activities
(Free)

In-class activities
(For Full members)

After class: Additional resources
(Free)