The Mystery of the Moving Stones + Linking words (cause & effect, contrast, time)

This lesson introduces learners to the mystery of the moving stones in Death Valley to practice using linking words in real-life contexts. Students develop grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills through reading, listening, and interactive tasks.

🔹 Grammar focus:
Learners practice linking words for cause and effect (because, so, therefore), contrast (although, but, however), and time/sequence (when, while, before, after). They complete gap-fills, sentence matching, and guided writing.

🔹 Vocabulary practice:
Key words include rock, stone, desert, trail, shift, track, scientific explanation. Students expand their vocabulary for nature, science, and exploration.

🔹 Reading & discussion:
Through the fascinating story of the moving stones, learners explore scientific and mysterious explanations. They discuss cause and effect, express opinions, and practice agreeing/disagreeing.

🔹 Ready-to-use ESL lesson plan:
This English lesson plan is designed for teaching ESL to adults, combining grammar, vocabulary, reading, and speaking tasks. It provides a balance of accuracy and fluency practice, making it a practical choice for ESL lessons for adults and lesson plans for English teachers.