Slow life

The main goals of this ESL lesson plan are to:

• – master passive verbs with two objects through clear explanations and hands-on practice using gap-fill and rewriting exercises that show how these complex grammar structures work in real situations;
• – explore concepts of slow living versus fast-paced modern life by discussing simplification strategies, watching videos about lifestyle choices, and reading about the benefits and drawbacks of different approaches to daily living;
• – enhance speaking and self-reflection abilities through sharing personal thoughts about how modern life’s speed affects individual well-being, participating in word cloud discussions about lifestyle preferences, and engaging in conversations that connect personal experiences with broader social trends.

This Upper-Intermediate ESL lesson plan teaches students the use of passive verbs with two objects. Additionally, the students are encouraged to discuss how the fast-paced life of today’s world impacts their quality of life.

Warm-Up

Brief discussion on what students know or think about the concept of “slow life.”

Video

Students watch a video “How to simplify your life” and discuss the questions that follow.

Grammar

This section explains the concept of passive verbs with two objects.

Exercises

In this section, the use of passive verbs with two objects is exemplified and practiced. This is accomplished through gap-fills and rewriting exercises.

Reading

Students read a thought-provoking text on slow life, its benefits and drawbacks, and give their opinion on the subject matter.

Discussion

Finally, the lesson wraps up with a discussion about slow life aided by a word cloud. Students also share their thoughts on how the fast pace of the modern world affects them, based on the additional thought-provoking questions.