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In this no-prep lesson, learners help Detective Philippe solve the case of a missing person named Patrick by exploring a messy room, learning key vocabulary, and mastering there is / there are with basic prepositions of place.

Perfect for classroom or online teaching, this zero prep lesson is full of interaction, visuals, humor, and meaningful practice. It’s ideal for young teens, adults, and any beginner-level ESL group that enjoys a little intrigue while learning English.

No prep needed – just print or project and go!

What’s Included

• Detailed Lesson Plan (6 pages) – step-by-step teacher guide with instructions, timing suggestions, classroom tips, and activity explanations – everything you need to teach with confidence.
• Lead-in Picture Task – meet Detective Philippe and explore Patrick’s messy room.
• Vocabulary Presentation – 20 illustrated everyday objects.
• Vocabulary Practice – labeling task to reinforce new words.
• Grammar Charts (2 versions) – an interactive fill-in-the-gap version and a complete reference chart.
• Prepositions of Place Visuals – colorful reference visuals for prepositions.
• Matching Activity – practice matching prepositions to visuals.
• Grammar & Prepositions Practice – sentence completion and targeted exercises with there is / there are and prepositions.
• Speaking Games & Drawing Tasks – engaging listening and speaking activities that review the key grammar and vocabulary.
• Homework / Extra Practice – consolidation worksheets for in-class or take-home use.
• Answer Keys – all exercises come with clearly marked answer sheets for easy checking and self-correction.

By the End of This Lesson, Students Will Be Able To:

• Use there is / there are to describe rooms and objects.
• Use basic prepositions of place (on, under, in, behind, etc.).
• Describe the location of objects in a room.
• Recognize and use vocabulary for common everyday items.

Vocabulary (20 words):
phone, laptop, tablet, camera, wallet, umbrella, sunglasses, clock, key, mug, money, plant, watch, box, light, desk, chair, door, window, floor

Prepositions of place:
in, on, next to, in front of, between, behind, under