
Strengthen learners’ understanding of figurative language with this engaging lesson on idioms related to thought, memory, and imagination. This resource introduces useful expressions such as bear in mind, ring a bell, a shot in the dark, a flight of fancy, have a memory like a sieve, and more.
Through matching tasks, guided examples, and speaking prompts, students learn to interpret idiomatic meaning, recognise figurative language in context, and use these expressions confidently in conversation and writing.
Perfect for ESOL classes, Functional Skills English, KS3 vocabulary development, and EAL learners who need to expand their idiomatic range and improve natural communication.
Level:
✔ ESOL Entry 3 – Level 1 (stretch to Level 2)
✔ Suitable for KS3–KS4, EAL learners, and adult education
Includes:
PowerPoint presentation
Student worksheets (matching, sentence creation, speaking prompts)
Complete teacher answer key
Ideal for whole‑class teaching or independent study
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