A2 – Tech in Daily Life

This A2 pre-intermediate ESL lesson plan introduces basic technology-related vocabulary. Students practice reading comprehension with a simple text about everyday technology and engage in speaking activities to discuss how technology is used in daily life. The lesson also includes a listening exercise related to technology to develop listening skills.

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Lead-in, Vocabulary, Matching

This A2 pre-intermediate lesson on daily technology begins with a 3-2-1 lead-in activity where students write down three devices they use every day, two old devices that are no longer in use, and one question about technology to ask a classmate or teacher. Next, they move to the vocabulary page, where they’ll see pictures of various common devices and guess what each one is. The lesson includes many slides, with answers provided after each picture. After this, students complete a matching task, pairing devices with their functions, with helpful emojis making the activity more accessible and engaging.

Reading, Listening, Writing

In the practice section, which includes reading, listening, and writing activities, students first read two short stories. The first story is about Sarah and her simple day, where students read and answer questions related to devices and technology. The second reading, a longer one, is about John, and students must choose the correct words as they read. Afterward, they move on to the listening page, where they listen to sentences and decide if they’re true or false. The teacher can replay the audio as needed. The final practice activity is writing, where students create five more true or false sentences, read them aloud to their classmates or teacher, and let them decide which ones are correct.

Questions, Homework

The final two slides consist of discussion questions and homework. You can cover as many questions as you like, with topics including smart devices, favorite devices, and how technology helps with homework. There’s also a question about using older technologies like the abacus. The last slide features a homework assignment where students interview a family member or friend about their favorite device and write a short report. The length of the report is flexible, allowing you to adjust or modify the homework as needed.

This A2 ESL lesson plan is available in Light, Dark, and A4 printable versions, making it versatile for any classroom setting. Whether you’re searching for a great lesson plan to engage students or a well-structured activity to build vocabulary and technology-related discussion skills, this comprehensive ESL lesson plan is ideal for pre-intermediate learners.