Do you have useless parts?

The main goals of this ESL lesson plan are to:

• – master reported speech including questions, requests, and commands through detailed grammar explanations and sentence conversion exercises that transform direct statements into indirect communication;
• – acquire evolution-related vocabulary through engaging warm-up discussions about scientific concepts and reading comprehension activities that explore biological development;
• – strengthen speaking and critical thinking abilities by watching a video about evolutionary evidence found on the human body, answering targeted questions to improve verbal expression, and participating in quote-based discussions that connect to evolutionary themes.

For this Upper Intermediate lesson plan, we’re diving into the nuances of reported speech and exploring the fascinating topic of evolution.

Warm-Up

The class kicks off with engaging questions to introduce the topic of evolution.

Video

We’ll watch a video titled “Proof of evolution that you can find on your body,” followed by a set of questions to boost speaking skills.

Grammar

The focus today is mastering reported speech, including questions, requests, and commands. We’ll break it down with clear explanations and examples.

Exercises

You’ll practice converting sentences to reported speech, a key step in grasping today’s grammar focus.

Reading

A short read on evolution comes next, with comprehension questions to enhance reading skills.

Discussion

We’ll conclude with a thought-stimulating discussion based on a well-known quote, tying back to our theme of evolution.