This lesson plan is designed around a short video which was inspired by Be Happy: A Little Book to Help You Live a Happy Life by Monica Sheehan. Students speak and write about happiness, and watch a short video. Language … Continue reading
This lesson is designed around a beautiful short film by Matt Morris about Johnny Barnes, an 88-year-old Bermudian who dedicates his life to making people happy. Students practise speaking, listening and writing. Language level: Upper-intermediate (B2.1)- Advanced (C1) Learner type: Mature … Continue reading
This lesson practises listening, speaking and reading. This optimistic lesson is designed around a short film School Portrait by director Nick Scott which tells the story of a jaded, cynical school photographer who tries to give each child a harsh vision of what their future … Continue reading
This lesson is based on an award-winning short film by John Kelly called Procrastination which explores the universal problem of procrastination. The lesson practises listening and reading, and using the gerund. The lesson also looks at how avoiding procrastination can make you happier. Language … Continue reading