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LESSON DESCRIPTION
Discovering Crete – Greece’s Island of History, Beaches and Mountains is a 45-minute ESL lesson that introduces students to the natural and cultural wonders of Crete. Combining practical travel vocabulary with reading, listening, and writing, this lesson strengthens core language skills while keeping learners engaged with real-world topics.
LEVEL: A2 – B1
LESSON TIME: 45 MIN
Why Choose This Lesson?
- Travel & Nature Vocabulary
Students match and use words like fortress, hiking, harbour, beach, and ruins to build topic-specific language. - Comprehension-Based Reading
A short, simplified text highlights Crete’s capital, historical sites, beaches, and traditional foods. Students answer true/false questions to reinforce understanding. - Engaging Listening
In a lively conversation, Anna and Lukas discuss Crete — covering where they went, what they saw, and what they ate. Students answer multiple-choice questions to check comprehension. - Cultural Discussion
Students discuss their own travel preferences, Greek cuisine, and what makes local people proud of their region. - Creative Writing Task
Learners write a short postcard imagining they are in Crete, using vocabulary and past tenses to describe activities and impressions.
Ideal For:
- ESL teachers who want to connect language with culture
- A2–B1 students working on past simple and descriptive vocabulary
- Classes with a focus on travel, geography, or European culture
- Holiday-themed or seasonal lessons
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