The Summer Solstice: A Day Defined By Its Brightness

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The Summer Solstice: A Day Defined By Its Brightness

Student Level

B1 (Int.)

B2 (Upper Int.)

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Video Length: 1:26

Updated on: 06/14/2021

Lesson Time: 1–2 hrs.

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Lesson Description

In this ESL lesson plan for adults and teens, students watch a short informational video about the science and cultural impact of the summer solstice. It includes discussion questions, conversation, and other activities about summer, science, and the summer solstice. Students learn some important vocabulary words from the video. The grammar activity features the usage of the definite article "the". There are additional speaking tasks, as well as a quiz and review section with a bonus activity.

Video Description

The summer solstice, the longest day of the year, officially kicks off the summer season. Here's how a bright day has set the stage for some dark narratives.