From mess to fresh

Lesson overview

In this lesson, students:

  • learn everyday vocabulary connected with cleaning
  • study the names of different kinds of cleaning products and types of dirt
  • discuss different cleaning methods
  • get actually excited about household chores

The lesson can be matched with another Lesson Brick Too much stuff – decluttering.

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Listening and vocabulary

Cleaning is a relatable topic for everyone, from students to professional cleaners. Although it seems to be dull, but with this brick you can have heated discussions about the systems of cleaning, top housekeeping tips and what annoys you the most in cleaning the bathroom. This lesson plan includes everyday vocabulary connected with cleaning supplies and types of dirt in a bathroom, an interesting top-tips video for optional listening practice and lexical tasks – matching definitions, completing the gaps and an engaging conversation based on questions at the end.

This lesson contains

  • a student’s PDF (Student’s Brick)
  • a teacher’s PDF with key and teaching notes (Teacher’s Brick)
  • an online presentation (Online Brick)
  • a link to an optional authentic material

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