Holiday Mode is a lively A2–B1 present continuous ESL lesson designed as a clear, confidence-building grammar refresher.
 
Set in a travel and holiday context, this lesson helps learners use the present continuous naturally to describe:
actions happening now
temporary holiday situations
definite future arrangements
repeated behaviour with emotional tone
 
Through visual prompts, a short travel post, structured speaking tasks, and a collaborative mini-trip planning activity, students practise the present continuous in meaningful, real-world contexts.
 
What students practise
By the end of the lesson, students can:
use the present continuous to describe what is happening now
describe temporary holiday situations clearly
talk about future travel plans with confidence
recognise the difference between present simple and present continuous
use always, constantly, and forever to describe repeated behaviour
 
Who is it for?
Ideal for pre-intermediate to intermediate adult learners (A2–B1) who need a present continuous ESL lesson to refresh and strengthen their grammar in a practical, engaging way.