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A train pulls into a station, showing passengers onboard, relevant for a public transport ESL lesson plan.

14 November 2025

A2-B1

VOCABULARY & SPEAKING

Lesson Description

What is this lesson about?

This public transport ESL lesson plan helps A2–B1 learners talk about everyday travel in a clear, natural way. Students explore common travel situations, learn useful words through short mini-dialogues, and discuss how people get around in their cities. The lesson focuses on real-life communication, confidence, and practical English for moving around a city.


How do students learn the new language?

Learners build fluency through a friendly, conversation-first sequence:

  • Warm-up questions about daily travel habits

  • Photo prompts showing real-life situations

  • Vocabulary taught through relatable mini-dialogues

  • A transport ranking activity to compare choices

  • Useful phrases for asking for help when travelling

  • Cultural discussion on how people travel in different places

  • Reflection prompts to personalise the topic


Why is this lesson useful?

By the end, students can:

  • Use common transport vocabulary naturally

  • Ask for help confidently in real situations

  • Talk about their travel habits and preferences

  • Describe crowded, busy, or confusing situations

  • Compare transport in different countries

  • Build fluency using everyday contexts


What makes this lesson special?

Learners discuss things they experience daily: missed buses, busy metros, ticket machines, and getting lost. Everything feels modern, relatable, and useful for life, travel, and work.


Who is it for?

Perfect for A2–B1 adult learners, especially those living in big cities, travelling abroad, or studying practical communication skills for real life. Ideal for online or in-person classes.

Public Transport and Getting Around

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