ESOL listening practice materials for English language learners. Prepared by ‘one of the best writers of language learner materials in English'. All levels including IELTS, FCE, GCSE etc. Linked worksheets and other learning resources can be found here: https://esolepacks.com/
Part of a series of short podcasts comparing world languages
Did more first class passengers the sinking of RMS Titanic?
Anthology of reading & listening materials from pandemics past and present. Includes extracts from Defoe, Katherine Anne Porter and stories dealing with Covid 19. English language level: Advanced: B2-C2
Denver 1918: A young journalist meets a soldier waiting to go the war in Europe. They fall in love. Then she falls ill; Katherine Anne Porter's autobiographical story about the Spanish flu epidemic of 1918.. Reading worksheets based on extracts from Pale Horse, Pale Rider. With links to the original text:. English language level: Upper Intermediate/Advanced (B2 and above)
Denver 1918: A young journalist meets a soldier waiting to go the war in Europe. They fall in love. Then she falls ill; Katherine Anne Porter's autobiographical story about the Spanish flu epidemic of 1918.. Reading worksheets based on extracts from Pale Horse, Pale Rider. With links to the original text:. English language level: Upper Intermediate/Advanced (B2 and above)
Christmas Yet to Come. Scrooge meets the spirit of Christmas Yet to Come
The Cratchit family face a bleak Christmas. Adapted from Stave Three of A Christmas Carol, with audio reading, worksheet & links to presentations & other teaching materials. English language level: CEF: B1+
The Listeners by Walter de la Mare (1912) is a classic narrative ghost poem. My adapted version stays close to the original. Language level: strong A2 and above
The former Beatle describes the music of his childhood. "My musical taste doesn't just start with rock'n'roll..." Short listening comprehension from The Beatles teaching pack.
Linked to learning materials here. Reading by Neill Pearson
The first football video - shown in English cinemas in the years following 1966. With learning activity. English language level: A2-B1
Part of a series of short podcasts comparing world languages
In 1871 a deserted ship is found drifting in the sea.... Ideal for classroom use with young learners and/or ESOL/EFL/ESL students.
Nancy starts a new diary on her eighteen birthday
Young Rudolf Rassendyll of England is in Ruritania for the coronation of his distant cousin. And Rupert is the ‘double’ of the new king ... The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hope (1894) is a classic adventure story. This version, with audio & activities is adapted for English language learners at lower intermediate level (A2-B1)
The chronometer was one of the key innovations in improving sea safety and navigation. It allowed ships to accurately record their longitude. Listening comprehension at upper intermediate (B2) with worksheet and answers.
Linked to more tall tales and strange news stories here.:https://esolepacks.com/comic-stories
What happened to the richest men on the TItanic? Did money buy survival?
Practice question in the style of FCE Listening (Part 2) Please not this is an official resource endorsed by Cambridge English
The true story behind the Robert Louis Stevenson story: The Body Snatcher
Did more first class passengers the sinking of RMS Titanic?
Part of Strange but True series. https://esolepacks.com/sample-materials/there-goes-the-bridegroom.html
Washington judge claims $65 million for 'emotional distress' caused by missing trousers. Linked to worksheet & activities here: https://esolepacks.com/sample-materials/pants-suit Language level: CEFr B1
Adapted extract from Chapter 15 of 'Three Men in a Boat' by Jerome K Jerome (1889)
In 1871 a deserted ship is found drifting in the sea.... Ideal for classroom use with young learners and/or ESOL/EFL/ESL students.
Listening Comprehension - B1 - Two Japanese sisters inherit a their father’s fortune but where is all his cash?
In 1871 a deserted ship is found drifting in the sea.... Ideal for classroom use with young learners and/or ESOL/EFL/ESL students.
Ten Fun Facts About Bones - short slideshow with learning activities
Fun Facts About The Beatles - with quiz and presentation
A teacher appeals to a thief's conscience - with a surprising result. Level: Upper Intermediate+ Age: 12+
The rules of football have changed dramatically over the last 150 years
From 'The Big Match'. (Phoenix) Full text & audio, plus worksheets etc free during #covid-19 #TEFL #ELT #Eltchat
Fun introduction to Shakespeare for students. Linked to worksheet with comprehension activities.
Listening worksheets on #surgery (B1) - free during #COVID19. Includes amazing tale of 20th American president, James Garfield. He survived an attempted assassination - until doctors tried to remove the bullet... #homeschooling #elt #tesol #tefl #ESL #English Language Level: Intermediate+ ( CEFr B2)Skills Practice : Reading & Listening, Writing, Speaking & Use of English
View fullsize The Listeners by Anne E.G. Nydam "Is there anybody there?" said the Traveller, Knocking on the moonlit doorThe Listeners by Walter de la Mare (1912) is a wonderfully atmospheric narrative poem. My adapted version is shorter but stays close to the original. The evocative image by Anne E.G. Nydam will also help with comprehension. Lesson Activity Ask students to focus on the image (onscreen or via worksheet). What can they see? What do they think the poem is about? Play adapted version. Ask students to focus on general comprehension. What happens?Play adapted version again - with students reading the text. Answer quick check questions.. Play Edward Sargeant animation of the original. What differences do they notice? Extension for higher levels - Work on original text of The Listeners . You can find some excellent teaching resources (presentations & worksheets here. The Listeners - Adapted text/worksheetThe Listeners - Complete original text The Signalman 1.99 4.99 Man Size in Marble (B1) 0.00 4.99 The Body Snatcher (B2) 1.99 4.99
The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson Fettes turned towards us. ‘You don’t know how dangerous that man Macfarlane is!’ he said. ‘What I am going to tell you must never leave this room.’Robert Louis Stevenson's The Body Snatcher is based on a 'grave robbing' scandal in 1820s Edinburgh.Read Part 1 here - complete text, audio & activities are included in The Body Snatcher Audiobook . The Body Snatcher (B2) 1.99 4.99
Before listeningYou are going to hear the final part of Ringing Bells (Part One here). First complete this worksheet about idioms using church bells. Fred and Rita (B1) 0.00 5.99 Fred & RitaFred & Rita are college students. They argue about everything ...Stories play-scripts & worksheets, with illustrations, audio & learning activities. ESOL resources to help develop English language skills. Short reading & listening materials with accompanying activities.Age: 11+Skills Practice: Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking & Use of EnglishResources: reading & worksheets, quizzes, presentations, teaching notes & extension materials.Sample MaterialsFun Facts about Hawaii Worksheet Fred Posts His Phone Language Level: Intermediate/Upper Intermediate: CEFr B1Exam Level: Preliminary (PET), PET for Schools - Preliminary English Test (B1)
Sample from graded audiobook (B2) of the classic Charles Dickens ghost story.
The first part of story about a bell ringer -with a very unusual technique. Listening comprehension for English language learners at upper intermediate (B2) - download free quiz & worksheets here:
Christmas Yet to Come. Scrooge meets the spirit of Christmas Yet to Come
How did The Beatles get their name? B2 First Listening ( Section 2) English Language level: Intermediate (CEFR B2 - Upper Intermediate )
A young couple move to the country. Every night they visit a beautiful local church. Inside there are two marble statues. Why do these statues frighten local people? And what is the secret of the broken marble finger? 'The Marble Finger' is based on a classic horror story, Man Made in Marble (1893)…
How did The Beatles get their name? There are many theories.
Short listening containing a number of statistics.
The extraordinary story of Tsutomu Yamaguch, the only known survivor of both atomic bombs dropped on Japan. Longer listening (under four minutes) ideal for B2 First or similar
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