Have You Ever…? (Past & Present Perfect) is a structured, conversation-focused present perfect ESL lesson designed for pre-intermediate learners. This A2–B1 grammar refresher helps students confidently use the present perfect to talk about life experiences, recent actions, and results connected to the present.
 
Through relatable everyday scenarios, students practise:
Asking and answering “Have you ever…?” questions
Using already, yet, and never naturally
Understanding the difference between been and gone
Connecting past events to the present
Sequencing events using the past perfect
 
The lesson includes a realistic reading text, guided discovery tasks, structured speaking practice, and accessible storytelling activities that build fluency without overwhelming learners.
 
What Students Practise
By the end of the lesson, students can:
Use the present perfect to describe life experience
Ask and respond to “Have you ever…?” questions confidently
Use already, yet, and never accurately
Distinguish between been and gone
Use the past perfect to explain earlier event
Switch naturally between past simple and present perfect when telling stories
 
Who Is It For?
Ideal for adult learners at A2–B1 who need a present perfect ESL lesson that feels practical, relatable, and speaking-focused.