B1
These B1 lesson plans support intermediate ESL students as they move beyond basic communication. Each lesson plan includes structured speaking, listening, and vocabulary practice that helps learners express opinions more clearly. The lessons focus on realistic topics and are designed to keep B1 students actively engaged throughout the class.
Life in the Darkest Place
Life in total darkness for months? This B1 lesson plan covers polar night vocabulary, two short videos, and speaking activities about extreme winter living.
Finding Your Ikigai
Introduce your B1 students to ikigai with this lesson. Covers purpose and happiness vocabulary, a short video, personal reflection activities, and discussion.
Skiing or Snowboarding?
Skiing or snowboarding? This B1 lesson plan compares both sports with vocabulary practice, a short reading, opinion activities, and a beginner role play.
Solo Travel
Get B1 students talking about solo travel with this lesson plan. Covers travel vocabulary, a short video, and tips for first-time solo travelers.
The Power of Choice
Teach daily habits and routines with this B1 lesson plan on the power of choice. Includes video, gap-fills, and speaking activities.
Shopping Tips for Black Friday
Get your B1 students ready for Black Friday with this shopping lesson plan. Covers deals vocabulary, a video, and plenty of speaking practice.
My Crazy Neighbors
In this B1 ESL lesson, students learn 14 words like "calm" and "heated argument" to discuss neighbor issues, complete tasks, and create AI bad neighbors.
Creative Travel Hacks
Carabiners, zip ties, and rubber bands can keep you safe on the road. B1 students love this creative travel hacks lesson plan.
Ghosting
"Seen." One word, zero replies. This B1 ghosting lesson plan teaches texting slang, friendship vocab, and real conversation skills.
Autumn Expressions
Cuddle weather, crisp fall air, pumpkin spice everything. Teach your B1 students ten real autumn expressions with this cozy lesson.
Natural Disasters
Earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and more. B1 students learn natural disaster vocabulary and role-play emergency preparation in this lesson.