Level: B1–B2+
Age Group: 8th–10th graders (14–16 years old)
Duration: 60 minutes
Topic: Easter Traditions in the UK, USA, and Ukraine
Focus: Comparing modern Easter traditions, learning about unique games, dishes, and customs
Lesson Outcome: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to compare Easter traditions in the UK, USA, and Ukraine, use new vocabulary in context, and prepare a simple British Easter dish (hot cross buns) while recording a video in English.
Standards: Aligned with CELTA principles (student-centered, contextualized learning, meaningful practice) and the Ukrainian NUSH curriculum for 8th–10th grades (doprofile and profile levels), focusing on communicative competence, cultural awareness, and collaborative skills.
Lesson Objectives:
To introduce and practice vocabulary related to Easter traditions in the UK, USA, and Ukraine.
To compare modern Easter traditions through reading, listening, and speaking activities.
To engage students in a quest format with an Easter egg hunt, encouraging teamwork and creativity.
To prepare a simple British Easter dish (hot cross buns) and record a video in English, or (alternative) create a comparison chart of Easter traditions.
