Lesson for Verbs / Nouns + prepositions (Collocations with Prepositions)

(TESOL Materials--Prepositions, Collocations)

Google Drive Folder HERE

* Model Text (Created by AI): docs, pub

* Picture for Model Text

* Quizlet: Expert IELTS 6 p.74 1a Verbs / Nouns + prepositions

* Kahoot: gap-fill sentences: p.74 verbs/nouns + prepositions

* Make Sentences to Practice Vocabulary Words Using Quizziz: Write sentences using verbs/nouns + prepositions

Notes: These are materials for verb or noun + preposition collocations.  This was originally created to supplement p.74 exercise 1a of Expert IELTS 6, and the specific words in these materials reflect the words from that textbook exercise (source of, phase of, link to, expert on, designed by, symbol of, version of and available to).  However, I think these materials can also stand independently of the textbook, for any teacher who wants to do a lesson on collocations with verbs and nouns plus prepositions.  So I am posting the materials here.

Staging is as follows:

* Lead-in: Students talk about a time they used a map

* Prediction: Display photo on projector.  Get students to predict what the boy is using the map for

* Specific Information Questions: Give students a copy of the model text (page four) and the specific information questions (page 1)

* Noticing Activity: Match the Words to the Text: Remove the model text from students.  Give students a copy of the model text with the key vocabulary blanked out (page 2).  Students must then reconstruct the text using a running dictation.  

* Clarification of Meaning: Display the model text on the projector with the target vocabulary underlined (page 3).  Check that students understand the meaning use concept checking questions.  Next, match the words to the definitions with quizlet

* Clarify form and pronunciation

* Controlled Practice: Gap-Fill sentences: Kahoot game

* Semi-Controlled Practice: Make Sentences: quizziz game

What was Alex holding in his hands?

What did Alex love exploring?

What was Alex’s grandfather an expert on?

Where did the new version of the map appear?

What was Alex determined to do?

What was Alex holding in his hands?

What did Alex love exploring?

What was Alex’s grandfather an expert on?

Where did the new version of the map appear?

What was Alex determined to do?

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a _______________ endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a _______________  his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was _______________  his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an _______________  ancient history.   The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been _______________  someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were _______________  an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new _______________  the map had recently appeared online, where it was _______________  everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a source of endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a phase of his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was linked to his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an expert on ancient history.  The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been designed by someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were symbols of an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new version of the map had recently appeared online, where it was available to everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Alex held the old map in his hands.  The old map was a source of endless fascination for Alex. For one thing, he was currently in a phase of his life where he loved exploring old things. For another thing, in his mind this map was linked to his memory of his grandfather.  His grandfather was an expert on ancient history.  The map had belonged to his grandfather, but it had been designed by someone unknown. The map was filled with strange symbols.  These were symbols of an ancient treasure. Alex dreamed of finding the treasure it promised. But, Alex was not the only one who had access to this map.   A new version of the map had recently appeared online, where it was available to everyone. Soon, more people would find the map, and try to solve its riddle.  But Alex was determined to solve the riddle before anyone else.

Activities for Vocabulary for Academic Research

(TESOL Materials--Specific Vocabulary Sets, English for Academic Purposes)

Google Drive Folder HERE

* Model Text (Created by AI): docs, pub

* quizziz (match the words to the definitions): p.58 exercise 1a

* quizlet: p.58 Exercise 1a

* Kahoot: gap-fill sentences: p.58 exercise 1a

* Make Sentences: slides, pub

Notes: These activities were originally designed to supplement p.58 exercise 1a of Expert IELTS 6.  However, I believe these activities can also be used independently of that textbook, so I am posting them here as well:

The staging is as follows:

* Lead-in: Students talk about a school event that they participated in

* Gist task: Students read the model text and answer the question "What school event is described in this story?"

* Specific Information Questions: Students read the model text again and answer the specific information questions.

* Noticing Activity: Remove model text from students, and give them version with blanks.  Students reconstruct the text with a running dictation.

* Clarification of Meaning: On the projector, display the text with the target vocabulary underlined.  Check the meaning of the underlined words with Concept Checking Questions.  Follow this up with matching the words to the definitions games with quizziz and then with quizlet.

* Clarification of Form and Pronunciation

* Controlled Practice: gap-fill sentences: Kahoot game

* Semi-Controlled Practice: Make Sentences: slides, pub

1. How often did the team from Oak Street Elementary meet to brainstorm?

2. Who was the team leader?

3. As they looked at the sum of their hard work, how did the Oak Street Team feel?

4. By the end of the day, what had the Oak Street team won?

5. What did the Oak Street Team’s achievement show?

1. How often did the team from Oak Street Elementary meet to brainstorm?

2. Who was the team leader?

3. As they looked at the sum of their hard work, how did the Oak Street Team feel?

4. By the end of the day, what had the Oak Street team won?

5. What did the Oak Street Team’s achievement show?

It was time once again for the Annual Science Fair at the local science institute. This year's event was set to be the biggest yet, with teams of students from all over the city coming together to showcase their scientific achievements.

The team from Oak Street Elementary was determined to make a significant contribution. They had been working all year, meeting every week to brainstorm ideas and collaborate on their project.

"Our project will consist of a poster and an interactive display that demonstrates key scientific insights," said the team leader, Sasha. "We want to share our passion for science with everyone who comes to the fair."

The team members each had an important role to play. Some were in charge of the design and construction, while others focused on the content and educational aspects. It was a true team effort, with each member making valuable contributions.

As the day of the science fair arrived, the Oak Street team put the finishing touches on their display. They felt a sense of pride and achievement as they looked at the sum of their hard work.

When the doors opened, a crowd quickly gathered around their booth. Kids and adults alike were fascinated by the interactive exhibits and the team's knowledgeable explanations. By the end of the day, the Oak Street team had won the top prize for their outstanding project.  The prize consisted of a gold medal and a sum of $100.

"I'm so proud of what we were able to accomplish together," Sasha said. "This is just the beginning of our journey exploring the wonders of science!"

The annual science fair was a huge success, inspiring the next generation of scientists and researchers. The Oak Street team's achievement showed that great things can happen when you work as a united team.

It was time once again for the Annual Science Fair at the local science institute. This year's event was set to be the biggest yet, with teams of students from all over the city coming together to showcase their scientific achievements.

The team from Oak Street Elementary was determined to make a significant contribution. They had been working all year, meeting every week to brainstorm ideas and collaborate on their project.

"Our project will consist of a poster and an interactive display that demonstrates key scientific insights," said the team leader, Sasha. "We want to share our passion for science with everyone who comes to the fair."

The team members each had an important role to play. Some were in charge of the design and construction, while others focused on the content and educational aspects. It was a true team effort, with each member making valuable contributions.

As the day of the science fair arrived, the Oak Street team put the finishing touches on their display. They felt a sense of pride and achievement as they looked at the sum of their hard work.

When the doors opened, a crowd quickly gathered around their booth. Kids and adults alike were fascinated by the interactive exhibits and the team's knowledgeable explanations. By the end of the day, the Oak Street team had won the top prize for their outstanding project. The prize consisted of a gold medal and a sum of $100.

"I'm so proud of what we were able to accomplish together," Sasha said. "This is just the beginning of our journey exploring the wonders of science!"

The annual science fair was a huge success, inspiring the next generation of scientists and researchers. The Oak Street team's achievement showed that great things can happen when you work as a united team.

It was time once again for the Annual Science Fair at the local science _______________. This year's event was set to be the biggest yet, with teams of students from all over the city coming together to showcase their scientific _______________.

The team from Oak Street Elementary was determined to make a _______________ contribution. They had been working all year, meeting every week to brainstorm ideas and collaborate on their project.

"Our project will _______________ of a poster and an interactive display that demonstrates key scientific _______________," said the team leader, Sasha. "We want to share our passion for science with everyone who comes to the fair."

The _______________ members each had an important role to play. Some were in charge of the design and construction, while others focused on the content and educational aspects. It was a true team effort, with each member making valuable _______________.

As the day of the science fair arrived, the Oak Street team put the finishing touches on their display. They felt a sense of pride and achievement as they looked at the _______________ of their hard work.

When the doors opened, a crowd quickly gathered around their booth. Kids and adults alike were fascinated by the interactive exhibits and the team's knowledgeable explanations. By the end of the day, the Oak Street team had won the top prize for their outstanding project. The prize consisted of a gold medal and a sum of $100.

"I'm so proud of what we were able to accomplish together," Sasha said. "This is just the beginning of our journey exploring the wonders of science!"

The _______________ science fair was a huge success, inspiring the next generation of scientists and researchers. The Oak Street team's achievement showed that great things can happen when you work as a united team.

Quizlet for adjectives of feeling

This is a quizlet for adjectives used to describe feelings.  The vocabulary comes from p.32 of Expert IELTS 6, and this quizlet was originally designed to supplement that page.  But perhaps it could also be of general use for any teacher who wanted to do a lesson on vocabulary for feelings.

Kahoot: Words with More than One Meaning

This is a Kahoot I made for Expert IELTS 6--Module 1a p.10 Vocabulary.  

It is specifically designed to practice the 4 homonyms contained on the page of the textbook I was using: point, area, account, argue.  But I'm posting it here as well because it may be of general interest to any teacher who wants to do a quick practice on homonyms.

Flippity.net Matching Game for Phrasal Verbs (docs, pub, playing link)

Here is a link to a Matching Game from Flippity.net for phrasal verbs.  It is based on matching words to the definitions.  This was made for Expert IELTS 6--Module 1a p.10 Vocabulary.  But it could perhaps be used independently of that textbook for any teacher who wanted a quick game on phrasal verbs, so I'm posting it here as well.

The 8 phrasal verbs practiced in this game are: get across, point out, leave out, spell out, back someone up, bring up, sum up and pick up on.

Kahoot: Vocabulary p.10 Exercise 1a Collocations

This is a Kahoot I made for Expert IELTS 6--Module 1a p.10 Vocabulary.  It uses both Match to definitions questions and gap-fill sentences questions.

It is specifically designed to practice the 6 collocations contained on the page of the textbook I was using: become aware, clear relationship, physical appearance, share information, social media, and technological development.  But perhaps it could also be used independently of the textbook, for any teacher who wants to do a quick practice on collocations.  So I'm posting it here as well.

Collocations and Vocabulary for Studying Abroad

(TESOL Materials--collocations, Specific Vocabulary Sets)

[Below is a quizlet that I used as supplementary materials when teaching Expert IELTS 6, Unit 7, 7b Speaking Part 1 p.113.   However, as I believe that this quizlet could also be used independently for a general lesson on vocabulary for studying abroad, I'm also posting it here.]

* quizlet: Expert IELTS 6 7B p.113 (https://quizlet.com/814000128/expert-ielts-6-7b-p113-flash-cards/?i=fo89z&x=1jqt)

broad wide

abroad in or to a foreign country

travel abroad travel in a foreign country

study abroad study in a foreign country

budget the amount of money you have for something

tight firm and difficult to move

tight budget not having much money

living on a tight budget not having much money to live on

live on If you _____________ an amount of money, that is the money that you use to buy the things that you need

culture the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a country, society, or group of people

shock a big, unpleasant surprise

culture shock the feeling of confusion someone has when they go to a new and very different place

integrate to become part of a group or society

integrate with __________ to become part of a group of people

integrate with other students to become friends with the other students

home the place where you live

sick ill (adjective)

sickness the state of being sick (noun)

homesick feeling sad because you are away from your home (adjective)

homesickness the state of feeling sad because you are away from home (noun)

course a series of lessons about a particular subject

work to do something that needs a lot of time or effort

coursework work done by students as part of their course of study

complete to finish doing something

completing coursework finishing all the homework, projects and studying that you have for school

Collocations for Travel and Tourism

(TESOL Materials--collocations, Specific Vocabulary Sets)

[Below is a collection of materials that I used as supplementary materials when teaching Expert IELTS 6, Unit 5, Vocabulary Travel and Tourism Collocations p.106.   However, as I believe that these materials could also be used independently for a general lesson on vocabulary for travel and tourism, I'm also posting them here.]

* quizziz: Expert IELTS 6 Vocabulary p.106 1a collocations

* quizlet: Vocabulary p.106 1a collocations

* Blooket: Expert IELTS 6 7a Vocabulary p.106 1a collocations

* Kahoot: Expert IELTS 6 Vocabulary p.106 1a collocations

* Discussion Questions: docs, pub

* Make sentences: slides, pub

Describe a holiday that you went on: Where did you go?  Was it a popular tourist destination? What was the budget like? Did you stay in luxurious accommodations, or was it budget travel? How did you get there?  Did you fly? If so, did you fly domestic or international?  Did you fly direct, or did you have to change planes? What were the security checks like at the airport? Where did you stay? Was it at a resort? A hotel? A rental home? What were the leisure facilities like at the place that you stayed?

Describe a holiday that you went on: Where did you go?  Was it a popular tourist destination? What was the budget like? Did you stay in luxurious accommodations, or was it budget travel? How did you get there?  Did you fly? If so, did you fly domestic or international?  Did you fly direct, or did you have to change planes? What were the security checks like at the airport? Where did you stay? Was it at a resort? A hotel? A rental home? What were the leisure facilities like at the place that you stayed?

Describe a holiday that you went on: Where did you go?  Was it a popular tourist destination? What was the budget like? Did you stay in luxurious accommodations, or was it budget travel? How did you get there?  Did you fly? If so, did you fly domestic or international?  Did you fly direct, or did you have to change planes? What were the security checks like at the airport? Where did you stay? Was it at a resort? A hotel? A rental home? What were the leisure facilities like at the place that you stayed?

Describe a holiday that you went on: Where did you go?  Was it a popular tourist destination? What was the budget like? Did you stay in luxurious accommodations, or was it budget travel? How did you get there?  Did you fly? If so, did you fly domestic or international?  Did you fly direct, or did you have to change planes? What were the security checks like at the airport? Where did you stay? Was it at a resort? A hotel? A rental home? What were the leisure facilities like at the place that you stayed?

Vocabulary for Describing Animals

(TESOL Materials--Vocabulary for Animals)

[Below is a collection of materials that I used as supplementary materials when teaching Expert IELTS 6, Unit 5, 6b Speaking: Describe an animal p.97.   However, as I believe that these materials could also be used independently for a general lesson on vocabulary for describing animals, I'm also posting them here.]

* quizziz: vocabulary for animals

* quizlet: Vocabulary for animals

* Grab the Card: docs, pub

paw	claw
talon	mane
hoof	snout
whiskers	beak
scales	horns
furry	rare
poisonous	tweet
buzz	bark

Vocabulary for Describing Places

(TESOL Materials--Specific Vocabulary Sets)

[Below is a collection of materials that I used as supplementary materials when teaching Expert IELTS 6, Unit 5, 6a Speaking (Part 2) p.91: Describing Places.   However, as I believe that these materials could also be used independently for a general lesson on vocabulary for describing places, I'm also posting them here.]

* quizlet: Expert IELTS 6 p.91 

* quizziz: Expert IELTS p.91

* Kahoot: Expert IELTS 6 p.91

* Backs to the Board: slides, pub

Vocabulary on Art

(TESOL Materials--Specific Vocabulary Sets)

[Below is a collection of materials that I used as supplementary materials when teaching Expert IELTS 6, Unit 5, Art and Leisure Lead-in p.71.   However, as I believe that these materials could also be used independently for a general lesson on art vocabulary, I'm also posting them here.]

* quizlet: Expert IELTS 6 Unit 5 p.71 Lead-in

* Kahoot: Art Vocabulary UI2 7.2

* GEOMETRIC AND ORGANIC SHAPES|| Teacher Melin

* Board Race: slides, pub

* Blooket: Expert IELTS 6 Unit 5 p.71 Lead-in

Expert IELTS 6: Module 4A Listening p.60

(Supplementary Materials for Specific Textbooks--Expert IELTS 6)

Google Drive HERE

* Quizlet: IELTS 6 p.60

* Grab the Card, Describe the Card to Your Group: docs, pub

Youtube Videos: 

* Will we ever be able to teleport? - Sajan Saini

* The Fly (1986) - teleportation of Brundle

* The Simpsons Bart becomes a fly Part 1

exhibition	teleportation
gift shop	unsure
energy	science-fiction
disappear	atom
century	potential
quantum	calculation
gallery	superfast
leisure	at your leisure