A2 ESL Video Lesson Plan: The Time Shop

This ESL video lesson plan is designed around a short film titled The Time Shop and the themes of Christmas and the importance of spending time with loved ones at Christmas. Students learn vocabulary related to Christmas, talk about Christmas and the importance of spending time with loved ones at Christmas, discuss quotations about Christmas and the importance of spending time with loved ones at Christmas, write a story inspired by the start of a short film, watch a short film, answer comprehension questions, analyse a short film, develop critical thinking skills by exploring issues raised in a short film, perform a roleplay and reflect on the lesson.

Language level: Pre-intermediate (A2) – Intermediate (B1)

Learner type: Teens and adults

Time: 90 minutes

Objectives:

• To explore the themes of Christmas and quality time through storytelling
• To discuss the value of time as a meaningful gift
• To develop vocabulary related to Christmas
• To practice listening and viewing comprehension, critical thinking and speaking skills
• To encourage empathy and collaboration through roleplay activities
• To inspire students to reflect on how they can prioritize time for loved ones

Topic: Christmas and the importance of spending time with loved ones at Christmas

Language: Vocabulary related to Christmas

Watch the short film.

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