B1 · TBL + PBL
should / can / could
because / so
Authentic UN text
SDG 12 · SDG 13 · UN Lazy Person's Guide · School Lazy Guide
🗣 Language Objectives
Modals (should/can/could) · Imperatives · Cause-effect connectors · Presentations
🌍 Eco Objectives
Identify everyday eco-actions · Reflect on personal role · Adapt actions for school context
🎯 Skills
Reading · Speaking · Listening · Writing — all four + creative production
💬 Warm-up — The Lazy Person's Guide (7 min)
Method: Discussion · Prior knowledgePairs → ClassB1: should / can + because
"Do you agree: even the laziest person can help save the world? Why or why not?" Discuss in pairs, then share with the class!
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THE LAZY PERSON'S GUIDE TO SAVING THE WORLD
"Saving the world doesn't require a superhero. It requires millions of ordinary people doing small, everyday things a little differently."
— United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
🌐 Open the UN Guide
— United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
💬 Warm-up Prompts — Agree or Disagree?
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"Can you really help the planet from your sofa?"
✅ "Yes! You can share positive environmental messages on social media, sign online petitions, or choose to stream content on devices that use less energy. Every action counts, because millions of small actions create global change."
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"Which home action is easiest to start today?"
✅ "I think turning off lights and unplugging chargers is the easiest action because it requires no money and takes only a second. We should all start with the simplest habits first."
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"What should your school do to be greener?"
✅ "In my opinion, our school should install recycling bins in every classroom because most of our waste could be recycled. We could also turn off computers when lessons end."
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"Is individual action enough, or do we need collective change?"
✅ "Both are needed. Individuals should act immediately, because collective change starts with personal choices. However, governments and companies also have to change their systems — individual action alone is not sufficient."
👩🏫 Teacher
Show the UN quote on the projector. Students discuss in pairs for 2 minutes. Then ask 2–3 pairs to share their opinions. Key B1 language to model: "I think we can make a difference because…" / "I believe we should start with small actions since…"
Show the UN quote on the projector. Students discuss in pairs for 2 minutes. Then ask 2–3 pairs to share their opinions. Key B1 language to model: "I think we can make a difference because…" / "I believe we should start with small actions since…"
🗺 The Four Levels of Action (18 min)
Method: TBL · ScaffoldingGroups of 3–4📖 Reading🗣 SpeakingB1: should/can + because
Click actions to highlight them. Each group selects their top 3 from Levels 1 & 2. Then use the Sentence Builder below to write your group's best sentences!
✏️ SENTENCE BUILDER — Write Your Action Sentences
Choose a modal + action + reason → build your sentence → add to the class list!
Select a modal, action, and reason to build your sentence!
① Modal Verb:
② Eco-Action:
③ Reason (because…):
👩🏫 Teacher
Groups read the actions in Levels 1 & 2, click their top 3, and prepare sentences using the builder. Then present to the class: "We chose 'turn off lights' because it saves energy." Use the class sentence board to display all groups' sentences for comparison and discussion.
Groups read the actions in Levels 1 & 2, click their top 3, and prepare sentences using the builder. Then present to the class: "We chose 'turn off lights' because it saves energy." Use the class sentence board to display all groups' sentences for comparison and discussion.
📖 Build Your School Lazy Guide (20 min)
Method: PBL · Cooperative creativityGroups → Whole class🗣 Speaking✏️ WritingB1: Imperatives + modals
Groups build their own School Lazy Guide — 5 realistic actions for your school community. Then present and vote for the best one!
🏫 OUR SCHOOL LAZY GUIDE
5 easy actions your school community can take to help save the world!
🌟 Our School Lazy Guide
"Small actions, big impact — starting right here in our school!"
Select actions below and click Add to build your guide!
🏆 CLASS VOTE — Best School Lazy Guide
Present your guides, then vote!
+1 vote for the most creative / most convincing School Lazy Guide!
👩🏫 Teacher
Groups use the chip selector to build their 5-action guide. They then add a group slogan or drawing (optionally). Each group presents their guide on the projector (1 min each). The class votes. Discuss: "Why is this guide convincing? Which action is easiest? Which has the biggest impact?"
Groups use the chip selector to build their 5-action guide. They then add a group slogan or drawing (optionally). Each group presents their guide on the projector (1 min each). The class votes. Discuss: "Why is this guide convincing? Which action is easiest? Which has the biggest impact?"
🙋 Students
Build your guide collaboratively! Use full sentences: "We should switch off computers after lessons because it reduces our school's energy use." / "We can start a recycling programme because most of our waste is recyclable."
Build your guide collaboratively! Use full sentences: "We should switch off computers after lessons because it reduces our school's energy use." / "We can start a recycling programme because most of our waste is recyclable."
🏘 Community Reflection — Level 3: Neighbourhood (10 min)
Method: Reflection · Community connectionB1: could/can + because
"What can people do in their neighbourhood to make a difference?" Extend your thinking beyond school!
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"What could your neighbourhood do to reduce waste?"
✅ "In my neighbourhood, we could organise a community swap event for clothes and books, because this would reduce waste and bring people together." / "People should use composting bins for food waste, so less organic material goes to landfill."
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"How could your community reduce transport emissions?"
✅ "We could create safer cycling paths in our neighbourhood, because many people would cycle to school or work if it were safer." / "Organising a car-sharing scheme would significantly reduce CO₂ emissions since fewer cars would be on the road."
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"What is the best action for a local green space?"
✅ "We should plant more trees and community gardens, because green spaces absorb CO₂ and improve mental health." / "Our neighbourhood could transform unused land into a community garden, which would also provide local food."
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"How can young people lead community change?"
✅ "Young people can raise awareness by creating posters, giving talks, or organising clean-up events." / "We should talk to local politicians and business owners because they have the power to make structural changes that individuals cannot."
🌍 All Four Levels — The Full Picture
✏️ Homework Paragraph — 80–100 Words
"Three Things I Will Realistically Do This Week to Reduce My Footprint"
Introduction — Your Commitment
This week, I have decided to take three small actions to reduce my . I believe that even the laziest person can make a difference because .
Three Actions — with Reasons
First, I will because it . Second, I should , so . Third, I can also , which will .
Conclusion — Why It Matters
In my opinion, these are small but important steps. If everyone , the global impact would be . Therefore, I will start this week!
ecological footprint / carbon footprint
can / should / will / could
because / so / therefore / since
save energy / reduce waste / reuse / recycle
Three Things I Will Do This Week
This week, I have decided to take three small actions to reduce my ecological footprint. I believe that even the laziest person can make a difference because small actions, when multiplied by millions of people, create real global change.
First, I will turn off lights and unplug chargers when I leave my room, because it saves energy and reduces my family's electricity bill. Second, I should carry a reusable bag to the supermarket, so I can avoid using single-use plastic bags. Third, I can also eat one meat-free meal per week, which will reduce my carbon footprint significantly.
In my opinion, these are small but important steps. If everyone in my school made similar changes, the global impact would be enormous. Therefore, I will start this week — and I hope others will too!
This week, I have decided to take three small actions to reduce my ecological footprint. I believe that even the laziest person can make a difference because small actions, when multiplied by millions of people, create real global change.
First, I will turn off lights and unplug chargers when I leave my room, because it saves energy and reduces my family's electricity bill. Second, I should carry a reusable bag to the supermarket, so I can avoid using single-use plastic bags. Third, I can also eat one meat-free meal per week, which will reduce my carbon footprint significantly.
In my opinion, these are small but important steps. If everyone in my school made similar changes, the global impact would be enormous. Therefore, I will start this week — and I hope others will too!
📋 Assessment Notes
👩🏫 Teacher
✅ Levels activity: correctly identified top 3 actions with sentence justification?
✅ Sentence Builder: accurate use of modals (should/can) + connectors (because/so)?
✅ School Lazy Guide: 5 realistic, clearly expressed actions? Creative presentation?
✅ Reflection: extended ideas to neighbourhood level using B1 language?
✅ Homework: correct modals + connectors + environmental vocabulary? 80–100 words?
✅ Levels activity: correctly identified top 3 actions with sentence justification?
✅ Sentence Builder: accurate use of modals (should/can) + connectors (because/so)?
✅ School Lazy Guide: 5 realistic, clearly expressed actions? Creative presentation?
✅ Reflection: extended ideas to neighbourhood level using B1 language?
✅ Homework: correct modals + connectors + environmental vocabulary? 80–100 words?
📌 Display winning School Lazy Guide♻️ Eco-club: implement 1 guide action🏘 Follow-up: Level 3 neighbourhood lesson