In this Advanced ESL lesson, the students will learn about the culture of San Francisco and things to do there.
Warm-up
The lesson starts with a role play related to sharing traveling experiences.
Video: Things to do in San Francisco
Before watching a video about San Francisco, students are introduced to new vocabulary (boutique, purveyor, kaleidoscopic, etc.). After watching the video, students mark statements as true or false and answer comprehension questions.
Reading: Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island
The student reads about the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Then, they identify items that describe each San Francisco landmark.
Video: Outdoor activities in San Francisco
The student watches the video about outdoor activities in San Francisco and completes the video comprehension activities.
Reading: San Francisco’s Chinatown
The student reads a text about San Francisco’s Chinatown and answers the questions based on the text.
The lesson ends with a wrap-up section.
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