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An ESL teacher smiling next to the title 'Beyond Gap-Fills: Lady Gaga Lesson Idea,' illustrating creative song activities for the classroom that are more engaging than traditional worksheets

Why The Lady Gaga Song In ‘Wednesday’ Is The Perfect ESL Lesson

September 9, 2025 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

Tired of gap-fills? Discover creative song activities for the ESL classroom with this free Lady Gaga lesson plan. Boost speaking, grammar, and 21st-century skills today!

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