past simple esl lesson plan

With this A2-B1 English grammar lesson, students will master the use of ‘was‘ and ‘were‘ in the past simple tense. Perfect for helping learners confidently describe past events and situations in various contexts.

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lesson overview

This A2-B1 level ESL lesson focuses on teaching students the correct usage of past simple’s “was” and “were” in English. 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: A2-B1 (Elementary to Intermediate)
  • Best for: Adults and older teenagers

Content Breakdown:

  • Grammar Cheat Sheet
  • Picture Description Speaking Activity
  • Answer the Questions
  • Description Matching Exercise
  • Fill in the Gaps Activity
  • Complete the Questions and Answer Them
  • Create Memories Speaking Activity
  • Solve the Mystery Speaking Game

Extra Language Immersion:

Video and Quiz:

This section includes a video that explores what was considered the first smartphone and is paired with a comprehension quiz and extra discussion, reinforcing the lesson’s focus on past and present distinctions.