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The Ant and the Grasshopper: Work Hard or Play Hard? is a 30-45-minute ESL lesson designed for A1 – A2 learners. This classic fable introduces students to the themes of hard work, preparation, and responsibility while reinforcing key vocabulary and comprehension skills.
LEVEL: A1 – A2
LESSON TIME: 30 – 45 MIN
Why Choose This Lesson?
- Engaging Warm-Up
Students answer thought-provoking questions about work, preparation, and the consequences of not planning ahead. - Vocabulary Expansion
Students match key words like ant, grasshopper, winter, lazy, and prepare to their meanings, reinforcing language comprehension. - Reading & Listening Practice
Through a fill-in-the-blank activity and comprehension questions, students engage deeply with the fable’s message. - Discussion & Critical Thinking
Students reflect on personal experiences and discuss the lesson’s moral, improving fluency and conversation skills. - Creative Writing Activity
Students take on the perspective of the grasshopper and write a reflective letter about what they learned.
Ideal For:
- Teachers looking to integrate storytelling into their ESL curriculum.
- Lessons that develop comprehension, vocabulary, and real-world application.
- Encouraging students to think critically about responsibility and planning.
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