ISSUE 013

Microplastics ESL Lesson

Are tiny plastics becoming a big problem?

A ready-to-teach ESL lesson exploring microplastics, plastic pollution and how tiny plastic particles spread through our environment, with reading, listening, vocabulary, discussion and critical-thinking activities for B1–B2 English learners.

Collection 02 includes Issues 011–015.

Microplastics ESL lesson about plastic pollution in food, water and the environment
Microplastics ESL worksheet preview for B1–B2 English learners

About This Microplastics ESL Lesson

Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that have spread through oceans, rivers, soil, food and drinking water. Scientists have even detected them inside the human body.

This B1–B2 Microplastics ESL lesson explores where microplastics come from, how plastic pollution spreads through the environment and why researchers are studying its possible effects. Students consider how everyday products and human behavior contribute to the problem.

The lesson combines an original reading and audio with vocabulary, comprehension, discussion questions and critical-thinking activities. Students use English to discuss plastic pollution, environmental responsibility and possible ways to reduce the amount of plastic entering the natural world.

They are in the oceans, the air, the food we eat, and the water we drink. Scientists have even found them inside the human body. Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic, usually smaller than five millimeters, and they are spreading almost everywhere.

What's Included in the Microplastics Lesson?

  • Magazine-style B1–B2 ESL student worksheet
  • Original microplastics reading and audio recording
  • Vocabulary and reading comprehension activities
  • Microplastics discussion questions and critical-thinking tasks
  • Speaking challenge and writing prompt
  • Teacher guide and complete answer key
  • Ready-to-use classroom presentation

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