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Upper-Intermediate

Connected or Distracted? Modern Technology, Social Media & Contrast Linkers

Teach although vs despite and other contrast linkers with this Upper-Intermediate (B2) ESL lesson on technology and social media. Includes video, reading, debates, interactive games, printable worksheets, writing tasks, homework and answer keys.

GrammarReadingSpeakingVocabularyWriting
Upper-Intermediate

If Only! Injuries, Accidents & the Third Conditional

Teach the third conditional, past regrets and vocabulary for accidents and injuries with this Upper-Intermediate (B2) ESL/EFL lesson plan for adults. Includes a news-based reading, time-loop comedy video, 8-scene YouTube task, printable pairwork, interactive grammar game, homework and answer key.

GrammarReadingVocabulary
Upper-Intermediate

The Thrill of the Screen

Master film vocabulary and adverb placement with this Upper-Intermediate ESL lesson. Includes a "Night Agent" video trailer task, reading review, interactive storyboards, and a writing pack. Perfect for cinematic discussion and grammar mastery. Available for both UK and US English!

GrammarReadingSpeakingVocabularyWriting
Upper-Intermediate Business

Made to Measure: Describing Processes with the Passive Voice

Master the Passive Voice and industrial process vocabulary with this Upper Intermediate ESL lesson. Features interactive "Passive Battleships," a "Truth or Myth?" quiz, a chocolate-making video, and a full homework pack. Perfect for Business English and technical description skills!

GrammarReadingSpeakingVocabulary
Upper-Intermediate

Crime, Punishment & Past Modals of Deduction

Step into the shoes of a crime detective with this Upper Intermediate (B2+) ESL lesson designed to master Past Modals of Deduction and sophisticated crimel vocabulary. This high-engagement, zero-prep resource pack includes professional presentation materials and interactive murder mystery game.

GrammarListeningReadingSpeakingVocabulary
Upper-Intermediate

Hobbies, Sports & Past / Present Habits

Help your students articulate their lifestyles and interests with this comprehensive Upper Intermediate lesson that explores the grammar of habit—including used to, would, tend to, and adverbs of frequency—alongside a rich lexicon of leisure activities and sporting equipment.

Grammar