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esl lesson plans on idioms

With this lesson, students will explore idioms like “every cloud has a silver lining,” “rain on someone’s parade,” “throw cold water on someone,” and “take a rain check.” They’ll learn how to use these expressions in various contexts and enhance their understanding of weather-related idioms.

Download the printable wordlist HERE to help your students review more easily!

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lesson overview

This B1-B2 level English lesson focuses on commonly used idioms connected to rain, such as “take a rain check” and “save for a rainy day,” helping learners understand and confidently use these expressions in everyday conversations. The lesson is available in both printable format for traditional classrooms and a digital 16:9 PDF presentation. The user-friendly digital format allows easy navigation in presentation mode with just a click of the spacebar, requiring no additional software.

Target Audience:

  • Level: B1-B2 (Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate)
  • Best for: Adults and older teenagers

Content Breakdown:

    • Warm-Up Activity
    • Fill in the Gaps
    • Choose Correct Idiom Alternative
    • Choose Correct Meaning
    • Fill in Short Dialogues
    • Role-Play Activity: Respond to Situations
    • Discuss the Statements
    • Final Discussion

Extra Language Immersion:

Reading and Quiz:

This section includes a video exploration focused on the concept of acid rain, and its environmental impact. Students engage with the content through a True or False quiz, reinforcing comprehension.