
Bags of Joy

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This ESL lesson plan is designed around a short film titled Bags of Joy and the themes of Christmas and joy. Students learn vocabulary related to Christmas, talk about Christmas and joy, 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: Intermediate (B1) – Upper Intermediate (B2)
Learner type: Teens and adults
Time: 90 minutes
Objectives:
- To develop students’ fluency related to the themes of Christmas and joy.
- To practise viewing and listening comprehension skills.
- To enhance students’ critical thinking skills by reflecting on the themes of Christmas and joy.
- To encourage meaningful discussion about personal experiences.
- To build students’ confidence in roleplay scenarios.
Topic: Christmas and joy
Language: Vocabulary related to Christmas
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This ESL video lesson plan titled ‘Bags of Joy’ is designed to help learners develop key language skills—listening, viewing, speaking, reading, writing, and visually representing—through guided discussion, roleplay, vocabulary building, and engaging classroom activities.