Talking Points Lesson Plans

Political Correctness is a movement that has been in prominence since the late 1980s. PC culture tries to encourage the correct use of language, policies or measures to avoid offense or disadvantage to minority groups or people. Today, it has become a powerful force. But has PC culture gone too far? In this lesson plan, […]

Many people change the baby in public. This means changing the baby’s dirty nappy (UK) or diaper (USA) while outside in a public place. Some people think this is acceptable. The mother needs to change the baby and so many people believe this is okay. But there are others who think this is totally unacceptable.

Everyone has a name. And this is a lesson plan all about names. Get your students talking about names — and their own names — by diving into great topic. The lesson plan comes complete with: introductory questions a 500-word article for reading reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary discussion questions a group activity a writing

This is an English lesson plan on the subject of DEPRESSION. This is of course a very delicate subject to deal with in the classroom, but if approached the right way, could make for a highly engaging lesson. The lesson plan comes complete with: introductory questions a 500-word article for reading reading comprehension questions essential

This is an English lesson plan on the subject of RACISM. It may be difficult for some students to talk about, but if handled well, this topic can be highly engaging in your English class. The lesson plan comes complete with: introductory questions a 500-word article for reading reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary discussion questions

This is a full and complete lesson plan on LIVING ABROAD. You can download the full lesson and use in your class today. It comes complete with: introductory questions a 500-word article for reading reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary discussion questions role play activity debate activity writing Enjoy! Introduction Would you like to live abroad?

Introduction What is gambling? Do you have gambling in your country? What is a professional gambler? What do they do? Could you be a professional gambler? Why/why not? The Gambler Read Sean’s story below. I am a professional gambler. That means I go to casinos, professional card games, private clubs — all kinds of places

Do you believe in lucky numbers?Which numbers are lucky for you? This is a complete lesson plan for English reading and speaking about NUMBERS AND LUCK. The lesson comes complete with: introductory questions a 500-word article for reading reading comprehension questions essential vocabulary discussion questions role play activity debate activity writing exercise Download the lesson

Introduction Do you watch much television? What do you think of TV shows today? Are they just for entertainment? Or do some TV shows educate us? The Idiot Box Read Barry’s account below and his views on television today… You know what I call it? The idiot box. It’s all rubbish, isn’t it? And now

There is an organisation, started in America, called Alcoholics Anonymous. This is for men and women to go and talk about being addicted to alcohol and the effect it has had on their lives. It has helped many people to recover and live productive and healthy lives. This is a lesson plan about AA. For