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Bruno Mars ESL Lesson (B2): a 2026 Hit Inspired Narrative Simulation

January 17, 2026 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

An immersive B2 ESL lesson inspired by Bruno Mars’ I Just Might.
This free narrative simulation transforms grammar into a survival tool as students use modals, conditionals, and future perfect to negotiate risk, defend strategies, and resolve a high-stakes moral dilemma.

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A featured image for a B2 ESL lesson. It shows a crumpled red paper heart with a band-aid on it. The band-aid has the text 'if...would' to visually represent the Second Conditional grammar point taught using Katy Perry's song 'Bandaids'.

How to Teach the Second Conditional with a Boost (Using Katy Perry’s “Bandaids”)

November 11, 2025 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

Get a free ESL lesson plan to teach the Second Conditional with Katy Perry’s “Bandaids.” End grammar boredom and get a full “Assessment with a Soul” toolkit to eliminate your assessment anxiety.

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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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Mark Tuan Music Video ESL Lesson Plan - Song Activity Factory

Engaging ESL Students with a Creative Music Video Lesson Plan

March 29, 2024 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

Engage your B1 level ESL students with a dynamic lesson plan featuring Mark Tuan’s “Fallin'” music video. Integrating listening, writing, speaking, and reading skills, this resource explores grammar points like the present continuous verb, parts of the body, adjectives, and uncountable nouns through captivating activities. Perfect for online or face-to-face instruction

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Kelly Clarkson's close-up image with the text "Empower Through Music."

Simple Past in Songs: Engaging ESL Lesson Plan with Kelly Clarkson’s “Me”

August 4, 2023 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

Dive into this engaging ESL lesson plan focused on the simple past tense using Kelly Clarkson’s song “Me.” Improve your students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while exploring a creative and fun approach to language learning.

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Image featuring the text "Critical Thinking" and Radiohead's vocalist Thom Yorke.

Ignite Your ESL Classroom: Fostering Critical Thinking with “Fake Plastic Trees”

April 27, 2023 Márcia Bonfim (Mars)

Foster critical thinking in ESL classes using songs. Márcia Bonfim shares her Creative Jedi Code, transforming song-based activities into dynamic learning experiences. Embrace limitless teaching possibilities!

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