ESL Teaching Resources

Primarily about reading comprehension, but incorporates problem-solving, grammar, vocabulary, and a number of other skills. Can be adapted to different levels simply by changing the text.

Downloadable plans using Powerpoint, audio, video, and computer-assisted learning in the classroom.

The lessons are broken down in to Parts of Speech, Parts of the Sentence, and Mechanics. Between these three categories, most common aspects of English grammar are covered.

A large collection of lesson plans, teaching tips, and activities compiled by the Internet TESL Journal. Lessons are organized by topic, so some care should be taken to properly assess the appropriate level for lessons.

A large collection of ESL lessons revolving around and utilizing websites. Lessons are in PDF format and organized by level. Click here to download Adobe Acrobat Reader (free) to view PDFs.

Set of holiday-themed activities comprising a full lesson plan, centered around greeting cards.

Several ideas and tips for using storytelling in lessons. Stories are a great way to practice writing and speaking in an ESL class.

Lesson plan to increase awareness of stereotyping and facilitate in-class discussion.

Various activities themed around a visit to the Bronx zoo, integrate into a comprehensive lesson plan. Can be modified for use with other activities.

ESL Kids Lab contains beginner level lessons to teach greetings, basic conversation skills, as well as to build vocabulary.

Flash based video and slide show lessons on grammar, vocabulary, and other aspects of English, aimed at beginner level students.

Flash based video and slide show lessons on grammar, vocabulary, and other aspects of English, aimed at high-beginner level students.

A card-based activity using "radio English" (a- alpha, b-bravo, etc) to help practice pronunciation.

Basic explanation and examples of a simple introduction lesson plan that can be tailored to beginner or more advanced students.

Including Notes, Vocabulary, and Comprehension Questions, these are some useful tools that can be used when practicing English with MIB.

Flash based video and slide show lessons on travel, weather, grammar, and other topics, aimed at low-intermediate level students.