When Tipping Becomes Too Much

The main goals for this ESL lesson plan are to:

• – introduce new B1 level vocabulary,
• – engage students in discussions about the tipping culture,
• – watch a video about tipping fatigue.

This Intermediate ESL lesson examines the phenomenon of tipping fatigue and the broader economic implications of how tips shape workers’ incomes.

Warm-Up:

Students will look at a graphic and answer questions.

Video:

Students will watch a short video titled “How Tipping Culture Took Over the U.S.” After watching, students will answer questions to check for comprehension.

Exercises:

Students will engage in a series of language activities to reinforce their understanding of lesson related vocabulary and concepts. They will start by completing sentences using provided words in a gap-filling exercise. Next, they’ll practice word replacement, substituting words in sentences using a given list of alternatives. The third activity involves matching words with their antonyms to expand vocabulary. 

Reading:

Students will read a short text about tipping and answer questions about the text.

Discussion:

By the end of the lesson, students will answer questions to spark a discussion.