Science Article: Space
Graded reading with comprehension tasks
A complete, ready-to-teach C1 reading lesson on "Science Article: Space". Includes objective, target vocabulary (planet, orbit, gravity, astronaut…), warm-up, controlled & freer practice, production task, exit ticket, and homework. Print-and-play or run live in the ReadyESL classroom.
Warm-up (5 min)
Activate prior knowledge: ask students what they already know about science article: space. Brainstorm 3–5 words on the board.
Presentation (10 min)
Introduce the target language for Science Article: Space using flashcards/visuals. Drill pronunciation chorally, then individually.
- planet
- orbit
- gravity
- astronaut
- galaxy
- telescope
- discover
- universe
Controlled Practice (10 min)
- Matching: words ↔ pictures
- Gap-fill worksheet
- Pronunciation drill of: planet, orbit, gravity, astronaut
Freer Practice (12 min)
Communicative task: students use the new language in a short game or interview about Science Article: Space.
Production (10 min)
Mini-presentation or group share: each student/team produces an original example using the target language.
Cool-down & Exit Ticket (3 min)
Each student says/writes one sentence using a target word from today's lesson.
Homework
Reinforcement: complete the Science Article: Space worksheet or record a 30-second voice note using 5 target words.