Present Continuous ESL Lesson Plan

OVERVIEW & OBJECTIVES

This present continuous ESL lesson plan offers engaging activities, PDF worksheets, and digital resources designed for A1 students. In this lesson, students will:

• Describe images and identify fun activities.
• Discuss their favorite free-day activities and how they relate to the lesson.
• Complete sentences using the present continuous based on images.
• Watch a video where David explores Melbourne and engages in various activities.
• Participate in discussions and practice the present continuous through dialogues and exercises.

PREVIEW & DISCUSSION

Students begin this present continuous ESL lesson plan by engaging with a series of activities to introduce the concept of fun activities. This is in the context of the present continuous. They start by matching images of different activities, such as riding a scooter and visiting a library, to their corresponding descriptions. This visual matching helps students familiarize themselves with the vocabulary and context. Following this, students discuss their favorite activities on a free day, allowing them to connect personal experiences with the lesson. They also complete sentences using the present continuous based on images. The preview ends with a discussion about vlogs and their purpose, setting the stage for the viewing activity.

VIEWING ACTIVITY

In this section, students watch a video featuring David as he uses a small action camera to document his day exploring Melbourne. The video highlights his adventures, such as traveling by train, ordering iced coffee, visiting a library, and enjoying a unique fried chicken waffle. David captures entertaining moments. They include riding a scooter and flying his drone. After viewing the video, students complete several activities. They first arrange the sequence of activities David performs in the video. Then, they evaluate statements about the video to determine if they are true or false. They correct any false statements. Lastly, students choose the correct options based on specific details from the video.

DISCUSSION & GRAMMAR

After watching the video, students participate in a discussion to reflect on David's day. They express their opinions on whether they find it fun, boring, or interesting. Students also explore their cities by sharing recommendations for places to visit. This discussion connects their personal experiences to the video content. The follow-up also includes dialogues that illustrate the present continuous in context. Students answer questions regarding the present continuous. Finally, they complete sentences with the appropriate form of verbs in the present continuous. This section reinforces their understanding of the tense and how it's used in everyday conversations.

YOUR FUN DAY OUT: PLAN IT, VLOG IT, LIVE IT!

In the activation phase of this present continuous ESL lesson plan, students engage in creative activities to apply what they have learned. Firstly, there is a fun day planner where students outline their ideas. They choose places they would like to visit and plan a fun day. Students brainstorm activities to do at these locations. They imagine themselves at these places, describing what they and others are doing using the present continuous. This exercise allows students to practice their language skills in a playful context. It also puts them in position to use the present continuous effectively in a practical scenario. The lesson has an alternative option as well. Students choose some places and imagine they are there. They discuss: "What are you doing? What is happening? What are other people doing?" This is another scenario in the lesson plan for students to practice the present continuous.

BENEFITS OF USING THIS PRESENT CONTINUOUS ESL LESSON PLAN

This ESL lesson plan on the present continuous offers numerous advantages for teachers. It engages students through interactive activities that cater to different learning styles. The lesson emphasizes practical application, which allows students to relate the present continuous to their own experiences. It incorporates a video, which enhances student interest and motivation. The structured activities facilitate comprehension and retention of the present continuous tense. Lastly, the lesson encourages collaboration and discussion among students.