Giving Directions
Real-world dialogues and role-plays
A complete, ready-to-teach C1 speaking lesson on "Giving Directions". Includes objective, target vocabulary (Go straight, Turn left, Turn right, next to…), 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 giving directions. Brainstorm 3–5 words on the board.
Presentation (10 min)
Introduce the target language for Giving Directions using flashcards/visuals. Drill pronunciation chorally, then individually.
- Go straight
- Turn left
- Turn right
- next to
- opposite
- on the corner
- How do I get to
- It’s near
Controlled Practice (10 min)
- Matching: words ↔ pictures
- Gap-fill worksheet
- Pronunciation drill of: Go straight, Turn left, Turn right, next to
Freer Practice (12 min)
Pair role-play using the target phrases for Giving Directions. Swap roles after 4 minutes.
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 Giving Directions worksheet or record a 30-second voice note using 5 target words.