PRESENT SIMPLE: Grammar,exercises, writing, speaking - a complete guide ESL ELA

Looking for a no-prep, communicative Present Simple lesson for your ESL classroom?

This complete Present Simple grammar lesson is perfect for ESL/EFL teachers working with pre-intermediate (A2), upper-elementary, or intermediate (B1) learners. Whether you're teaching in-person, online, or in a hybrid classroom, this resource is designed to build your students' confidence, accuracy, and fluency using the Present Simple.

It includes grammar explanation, controlled practice, speaking activities, writing tasks, and real-life context — everything you need to teach the Present Simple effectively and meaningfully.

• Ideal for grammar lessons, speaking-focused ESL classes, exam preparation, review sessions, or student self-study
• Covers key uses: habits, routines, general truths, opinions, timetables, permanent situations
• Works well with teenagers, young adults, and adults in ESL, EFL, ELL, or EAP environments
• Aligned with CEFR levels A2 / A2+ / B1

What's included?

• 11 A4/US Letter pages of ready-to-use student material
• Answer key included – easy to check and correct
• 8 pages of teacher’s notes – full instructions, tips, and extensions
• Fully animated PowerPoint presentation – 35 clear, step-by-step slides
• Designed for both print and digital use
• Format: PDF (A4/US Letter) + PPT (not editable)
• Suitable for individual work, pair work, or group tasks
• Focus: Present Simple form, meaning, and real communication
• Great for classroom use, online teaching, or homework
• Also ideal for self-study learners who want structured, guided grammar practice at home

What’s Inside?

• Grammar overview and form discovery
• Reading profiles with comprehension
• Concept-checking questions (CCQs)
• Gap-fills, transformations, questions, error correction
• Adverbs of frequency and time phrases
• Personal writing, speaking practice, and pair work
• Creative and cultural projects

How to Use It?

• Perfect for in-person, online, or hybrid lessons
• Use as a full grammar lesson or break into 2–3 shorter sessions
• Flexible: works in 1:1 tutoring, pair work, or group classes
• Great for review, reinforcement, or first-time Present Simple instruction
• Includes teacher’s notes with tips, instructions, and extensions
• Ready to go – just print or open the PPT
• Also suitable for self-study – learners can follow the clear structure and answer key independently

Speaking & Communication

• Focus on fluency, not just form
• Students describe real routines, habits, and opinions
• Activities: picture descriptions, pair comparisons, debates, question-making
• Promotes classroom conversation in a natural, supported way

Writing & Projects

• Guided writing tasks with Present Simple
• “My Perfect Day” & “Life in Another Country” tasks
• Opinion writing with useful sentence starters
• Optional extension projects for homework or portfolio use
• Builds confidence and structure in student writing

Engaging Practice

• Match, complete, correct, rewrite, and ask
• Carefully scaffolded: from form to fluency
• Error correction tasks help learners notice common mistakes
• Easy to differentiate and adapt for mixed-level classes

Bonus Materials

• Full teacher’s notes for every activity (8 pages)
• Suggested extensions and speaking variations
• Includes CCQs and real classroom tips
• Flexible, reusable, and low-prep

Lesson Aims

• Help students use Present Simple accurately and confidently
• Practise grammar through real-life situations
• Build fluency through meaningful speaking and writing
• Support independent learning with projects and writing tasks
• Explore different uses: routines, emotions, facts, opinions, schedules

Why Teachers Love It

• Communicative, engaging, and practical
• Easy to teach with clear instructions
• Real value: grammar + speaking + writing in one resource
• Flexible use for many levels and contexts
• Created by a teacher, for teachers :)

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