Topic: Mental Health
Shop till you drop?
Global Issues Grammar LifestyleHelp students practise talking about habits using ‘will’ and ‘would’! Students talk about collectable toys, as well as fashion or shopping habits, depending on the lesson you choose.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Absent or half present?
BusinessIn this lesson, students engage in discussing time off and leave policies! They share experiences, review expressions with ‘take’ and explore an infographic about absenteeism and presenteeism.
Flipped Lesson 60 min
Nature at your fingertips
GeneralTalk about the benefits of nature with this lesson! Students explore adjectives, practise phrasal verbs and watch a video on nature’s calming effects. They also discuss the benefits of nature without visiting it and share their experiences.
Critical Reading Club 45 min
Would you tell AI your secrets?
General TechnologyTalk about a self-empowerment app with this Critical Reading Club lesson! Students discuss voice messaging, talk about the use of AI as a source of mental support and share their opinion on an app.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Do you know your needs?
GeneralEngage in talking about needs and priorities with this lesson! Students practise collocations with ‘need,’ watch a video on Maslow’s hierarchy, and discuss things that are important to them. They also analyze and apply Maslow’s theory to various areas and discuss different opinions.
Standard Lesson 60 min
The power of breathing
General LifestyleWith this lesson, students discuss stress-relief ideas, practise phrases to talk about relaxation techniques and watch a video on the box breathing exercise.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Therapy speak
GeneralEngage students in reading an article about therapy speak! In this lesson, they talk about therapy, discuss the pros and cons of therapy speak and discuss changing perspectives on mental health.
Standard Lesson 60 min
What to do when you’re stressed
Grammar LifestyleTalk about how to stop worrying about a problem with this lesson! Students discuss stress issues, watch a short video on tips about how to take your mind off problems and practise advice structures.
Standard Lesson 60 min
From a pushover to your own boss
GeneralWith this lesson, students talk about personal boundaries, watch a video with tips and practise vocabulary related to the topic. They also reflect upon responses to challenging situations and discuss different points of view.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Dream on!
GeneralExplore the wonders of dreams in this lesson! Students dive into dream analysis, watch a video about the benefits of dreaming, practise vocabulary about sleep habits, and discuss the meanings of common dreams.
Critical Reading Club 30 min / 45 min
Would you allow yourself to be bored?
GeneralIs boredom always a bad thing? Or can it sometimes be good for us? Challenge your students to an unusual discussion based on an intriguing article!
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
How does shopping make you feel?
Global Issues LifestyleAs shopping is part of everyone’s life, this speaking lesson on shopping addiction won’t leave your students indifferent. Discuss whether it is a serious problem, discover hacks on how to control it and dive into how instant gratification works.
Standard Lesson 60 min
The four burners theory
LifestyleWith this lesson, students will definitely enjoy talking about life balance and learning useful vocabulary on the topic. Show them the vlog about the four burners theory and let them reflect on their experiences.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Social media addiction
Global Issues Lifestyle TechnologyLet your students assess the impact of social media and respond critically to a news report. The lesson fosters meaningful discussion!
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Ageing: embracing the inevitable
Global IssuesIn this ESL lesson on ageing students talk about different aspects of the life of senior citizens. Students discuss mental and physical health, learn about dementia villages by watching a video, and brainstorm ideas.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Can mindfulness help you navigate emotions?
LifestyleIn this ESL lesson about emotions and meditation, students learn vocabulary, watch a video, and discuss different ways how to calm down.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
This is how I look
LifestyleIn this lesson about appearance, students watch a video about women who stopped dying their grey hair and talk about societal norms regarding how a person looks.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Is a stress-free life possible?
General LifestyleIn this Critical Reading Club lesson, students discuss different tips for dealing with stress. They also learn some useful vocabulary to talk about the topic.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Psychedelics in mental health therapy
General LifestyleIn this lesson about mental health, students watch a video about psychedelic drugs in mental health therapy, learn some vocabulary and hold a debate.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
How to raise confident and empathetic children
LifestyleIn this lesson students discuss the ideas about parenting and misbehaviour from the article they read at home and do a vocabulary activity.
Standard Lesson 60 min
What is it like to be a healthcare professional?
BusinessIn this worksheet for healthcare professionals students learn words and collocations to talk about healthcare professions and health problems, watch a video in which a nurse talks about her job, and practise pronunciation.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Menstrual leave sparks debate
Business Global IssuesIn this lesson, students learn advanced words and phrases to express opinions, talk about the idea of menstrual leave and hold a debate.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
AI supporting mental health therapy
TechnologyIn this lesson students discuss using AI in areas such as mental health therapy and the justice system, complete the summary of the article they read at home, and share their thoughts on the future of AI.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Is it ‘OK not to be OK’ when you’re an athlete?
Business LifestyleIn this lesson students learn words and expressions related to mental health while talking about mental health issues suffered by athletes. They also discuss ways to promote mental health by public institutions.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Are we lonelier than ever?
LifestyleIn this lesson about loneliness, students get the opportunity to practise word formation and reflect on changes in their relationships with friends.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Today’s teens are going through a lot (cause and effect)
Grammar LifestyleIn this lesson, students learn and practise expressing cause and effect, discover new collocations and discuss problems faced by modern teenagers.
Flipped Lesson 45 min
How does silence make you feel?
General GrammarIn this lesson students discover the power of silence, work on improving their listening skills and focus on reported speech practice.
Standard Lesson 60 min
How beauty filters are changing the way we want to look
Grammar Lifestyle TechnologyIn this lesson inspired by a video about body dysmorphia students revise and practise the different uses of Present Continuous as well as reflect on the influence of beauty filters on teenagers’ lives.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Do health and wellness apps really work?
TechnologyThis health and wellness lesson plan focuses on a discussion about health‐related issues and applications offered by employers in the workplace.
Standard Lesson 45 min
Don’t be afraid to reject the self-improvement trend
LifestyleDiscuss with your students how coaching and self-improvement affect them, and teach them and practise some common fixed phrases for personal development.
