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This dynamic ESL 60-minute lesson introduces Was / Were (Past Simple of the verb to be) through quirky listening, grammar, exercises, speaking, and prepositions practice - all in a fun context. Also includes homework. Students meet five characters and uncover where they were on a day full of surprises: champagne, concerts, tests, and more!

Great for busy teachers looking for a structured, zero-prep lesson.

What’s Included:

• Detailed Lesson Plan (6+ pages) – step-by-step instructions, lesson timing, answer keys, and extension ideas
• Audio Track – clear, engaging recording for the listening activity (mp3)
• Engaging Listening Activities – students meet five characters and do two rounds of listening: gist and detail.
• Grammar Focus: Was / Were – guided discovery with examples from the audio
• Clear Grammar Tables
• Controlled Practice Tasks – sentence transformations, fill-in-the-blank, and error correction
• Grammar Game: What’s the Lie? – fun pair work using past forms in context
• Prepositions of Place Mini-Lesson – learners explore “at,” “in,” and “on” through real-life examples
• Prepositions Practice – targeted exercises to reinforce “at,” “in,” and “on” in everyday contexts
• Homework Exercises – extra grammar and preposition tasks for independent review or consolidation
• Printable Worksheets and Answer Keys – no prep required