Pre-intermediate (A2-B1)

This video-based lesson shows a range of different Halloween treats that can be made easily at home using cookies and candy from the supermarket (note that the video has no voice-over). The lesson includes vocabulary development and practice in speaking, and reading and writing instructions. Students react to the material by responding to some discussion questions and then move on to design and present a menu for a Halloween party. There is also a short optional activity related to Halloween jokes.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/halloween-treats

Pre-intermediate (A2-B1)

This vocabulary worksheet covers a variety of objects, costumes, activities and collocations related to Halloween.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/halloween-night

Mixed Levels (B1-B2) (B2-C1)

This video-based lesson offers tips on how to make and keep a Halloween jack-o'-lantern, or carved pumpkin. The lesson includes listening practice and vocabulary development including phrasal verbs. There is a choice of final activity: a design challenge or discussion questions, as well as a short optional reading activity about the origin of the jack-o'-lantern.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/jack-o-lanterns

KIDS
Starter (A0-A1)

This lesson focuses on the Halloween holiday. The lesson starts with a fun repetitive song to introduce common Halloween characters. Students complete a variety of multi-sensory activities to practise the language and then finish the lesson by designing their own Halloween faces.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/english-for-kids/halloween-fun

Upper-Intermediate (B2-C1)

In this lesson, students read an article about the hazards and downsides of Halloween. Activities focus on the skills of reading, writing, and speaking. There are also opportunities for students to give their opinions about Halloween and its traditions.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/the-dark-side-of-halloween

Advanced (C1-C2)

In this video-based lesson, students explore the origins of both well-known and unusual superstitions from around the world, while developing vocabulary and practising listening skills. Students examine discourse markers and activate these in one of two final activities: mini-presentations or a discussion. There is also an optional extension activity related to language for making predictions about the future. This lesson supports students who are preparing for IELTS and Cambridge exams.

Advanced (C1-C2)

This lesson is based on a video about the origins of the story of Dracula written by Bram Stoker. Exercises focus on related vocabulary and comprehension.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/the-birth-of-dracula

Advanced (C1-C2)

The lesson centres on a video about the discovery of ancient stones which had a mythical adventure carved into them and what that adventure was. Students will interact with the script and work on exercises designed to help them understand the vocabulary. They will also have an opportunity to discuss the questions raised by the video.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/can-you-cheat-death

Intermediate (B1-B2)

In this lesson, students read an informative article about bats. The worksheet focuses on reading skills, vocabulary development and speaking. There is also an optional extension vocabulary review activity.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/bat-facts

Upper-Intermediate (B2-C1) Advanced (C1-C2)

This lesson looks at the culture and background of Goths throughout history. Students will watch a video on the topic and read an article with two goths giving their views on the culture. Exercises focus on related vocabulary, reading and listening comprehension and offer the students a chance to discuss issues around the topic.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/english-for-teenagers/goths-throughout-history

Upper-Intermediate (B2-C1)

This lesson prepares students to tackle the B2 First (Use of English and) Reading paper, part 7 – multiple matching. Students are introduced to the topic of this lesson via a short discussion task similar to part 1 of the Speaking paper. They identify parallel expressions and try a mini task to familiarise themselves with instructions and techniques before completing a full practice task. There is also an opportunity to define useful language in context. An optional extension activity gives students practice in exam-style listening (part 2) and could be further extended into a story-telling project.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/thats-the-spirit

Advanced (C1-C2)

In this lesson students watch a video documentary which challenges preconceptions about this often misunderstood animal. The worksheet focuses on listening comprehension, vocabulary development and speaking.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/bats-the-truth

Upper-intermediate (B2-C1)

This lesson is suitable for any time of the year, but ideal on a Friday the 13th. Students read an article on the origins of common superstitions and discuss the topic of irrational beliefs. In the grammar section of the worksheet, the passive structures used throughout the article are studied and practised.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/superstition

Upper-intermediate (B2-C1)

In this lesson, students learn about the history and traditions surrounding pumpkins. The activities focus on key vocabulary and verbs, plus understanding the text. There are also speaking activities for student to discuss.

https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/pumpkins