Napoleon

The main goals of this ESL lesson plan are to:

• – Analyze and discuss Napoleon Bonaparte’s life and impact on European history.
• – Practice and apply advanced English language skills through activities like synonym matching and categorization.
• – Utilize a video called “History vs. Napoleon Bonaparte” and a reading passage about his impact; to practice reading comprehension, analytical, and discussion skills in English.

Warm-up

Students will start with a vocabulary synonym activity related to Napoleon Bonaparte.

Video

Students will watch a video called “History vs. Napoleon Bonaparte.” Afterwards, students will complete a comprehension activity through a “we do” series of questions. 

Exercises

In this “you do” part of the lesson, students will continue to apply and practice their skills with English vocabulary about Napoleon Bonaparte’s life and accomplishments through categorization and a game called “two truths and a lie”. 

Reading

Students will read a passage about Napoleon’s influence on cultural movements..  Afterwards, they will complete a comprehension activity by identifying factors mentioned in the text.

Wrap Up

In the final practice activity for the English lesson,  students will have a discussion with their teacher, using the prompts provided about Napoleon, historical leaders, and their potential long-term impact.