Lesson Overview

In this A1 ESL lesson plan on “My Best Friend,” students will learn basic vocabulary and simple phrases to talk about their friends.

The lesson focuses on everyday language for describing people, sharing likes and dislikes, and talking about hobbies and activities with friends. Through listening, speaking, reading, and fun activities, learners will practise using English in real-life situations.

This A1 ESL lesson plan on “My Best Friend” is carefully structured to support students step by step, helping them enjoy learning while making noticeable progress in practical English skills.

Activities: 

1. Warm up: Grammar Quiz. 
2. Describing Appearance. 
3. Describing Personality. 
4. Hobbies. 
5. Audio: My Best Friend. 
6. Reading: My Best Friend. 
7. Agree / Disagree.
8. Showtime Free Talk. 

Homework

As always, with the ESL lesson plans from ESL Pals, there is a detailed homework task so students can continue learning in their free time. Here, the students are given a reading and analysis task in which they can practise; writing, reading and expanding their vocabulary and grammar knowledge. 

1. New Words: Recap
2. Article: My Best Friend.