Introduction

This lesson begins by looking at a definition of mindfulness and finding out what students already know. They then read a text about mindfulness, before focusing on vocabulary and grammar from the text. Finally, they carry out a mindfulness activity themselves and discuss the experience.

The text used in the student worksheet for this lesson is available with interactive exercises for learners on our LearnEnglish website 

Aims: 

• Provide reading and speaking practice around the topic of mindfulness
• Teach or review a set of mind-related activities, e.g. judging, paying attention. Expand students’ ability to make comparisons with more advanced comparative and superlative structures.

Age and level:

Secondary students and adults at CEF level B1+ or B2

Time:

Approximately 50 minutes

Materials:

The lesson plan and student worksheets can be downloaded in PDF format below.