Dive into the compelling world of beauty perceptions and societal pressures with our free ESL lesson plan on beauty standards. Specifically designed for B1 level students of English, this lesson provides an insightful look into toxic beauty norms, utilizing a heartfelt Dove video featuring mothers and daughters.
Lesson Plan Overview
Level: B1
Topic: Toxic Beauty Standards
Objective: To encourage language development, critical thinking, and personal reflection by examining societal beauty ideals. Consequently, students can understand their impact on self-esteem and body image.
Warm-up: To begin, kickstart the lesson by showing images of procedures and asking students to associate them with the appropriate words (slide 2).
Lead-In: Then, without revealing the video, show statements and ask students to discuss what they think about them (slide 3).
Main Activity: The Exploration of Toxic Beauty (150 words):
- First, present the Dove video, encouraging students to note key themes and reactions from the mothers and daughters featured towards the statements mentioned before).
- Next, facilitate a discussion about specific quotes mentioned in the video.
- Finally, engage students in a discussion using speech bubble quotes and comparing them to their reality in their country (slide 7).
Idioms: Additionally, investigate idioms related to beauty, engaging students in creative practice and application.
Conclusion: To summarize, reflect on the lesson’s insights, prompting students to share personal takeaways and newfound understanding of toxic beauty standards.
Encourage final reflections, allowing students to express how their views on beauty may have evolved.
This lesson plan doesn’t just enhance language skills; it also fosters empathy, critical thinking, and a healthier perspective on beauty standards. As a result, it’s a powerful tool for engaging students in meaningful conversation and personal growth.
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With our ESL Lesson Plan on Beauty Standards, inspire your students to challenge societal norms, embrace individuality, and cultivate self-acceptance. Download today and spark a transformative classroom experience.
