What is this lesson about?
This Brazil travel ESL lesson plan takes learners (B1–B2) on an exciting journey through the culture, food, and landscapes of South America’s largest country. Students explore landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer, Iguazu Falls, and the Amazon rainforest; discover dishes from feijoada to brigadeiros; and learn about traditions like Carnival, football, and capoeira. With a lively dialogue and fresh idiomatic expressions, learners practise real-world English while experiencing the vibrant energy of Brazil.
 
How do students learn the new language?
Learners progress through a structured sequence of activities:
Warm-up discussion and a quiz to introduce Brazil.
Video reaction activity to spark interest.
Landmark and food matching with concise one-line descriptions.
Cultural insights on Carnival, football, festas juninas, and capoeira.
Reading dialogue with idiomatic expressions such as bursting with energy and dance the night away.
Speaking practice and final reflections to personalise learning.
 
Why is this lesson useful?
By the end of the session, students can:
Talk confidently about Brazil’s landmarks, food, and culture.
Use idiomatic expressions naturally in conversation.
Build cultural awareness while boosting fluency.
Connect language learning with engaging real-world topics.
 
Who is it for?
This Brazil travel ESL lesson plan is designed for B1–B2 adult learners. It’s ideal for teachers who want to combine culture, travel, and language learning in one engaging package.