Grammar Lesson Sample

I’ve included this grammar lesson sample to show how I guide learners through form, meaning, and use in a clear, structured, and supportive way.

Lesson Objective:

Learners will understand and practice the difference between present simple and present continuous in everyday contexts.

Target Level:

A2–B1 (Pre‑Intermediate)

Skills Practiced:

Grammar, speaking, controlled practice, guided discovery

Grammar Explanation — Present Simple vs. Present Continuous

Present Simple

We use the present simple to talk about routines, habits, facts, and things that are generally true.

Examples:

  • I start work at 9 a.m.
  • She lives in Seattle.
  • They usually eat lunch at home.

Present Continuous

We use the present continuous to talk about actions happening right now, temporary situations, and things that are changing.

Examples:

  • I’m working on a project at the moment.
  • She’s staying with her sister this week.
  • Prices are rising this year.

Memory Tip

A simple way to remember the difference:

Present simple = routine.
Present continuous = right now or temporary.

Guided Discovery Task

Read the sentences below. Decide whether each one describes a routine or something happening right now. Then choose the correct verb form.

  1. She ___ (study) English every Monday and Wednesday.
  2. I ___ (meet) a client at the moment.
  3. They ___ (go) to the gym three times a week.
  4. He ___ (cook) dinner right now.
  5. We ___ (work) on a new project this month.

Hint: Look for time expressions like “every…,” “right now,” or “this month.”

Controlled Practice Task

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses.

  1. My brother ___ (not like) spicy food.
  2. I ___ (look) for my keys — have you seen them?
  3. She ___ (take) the bus to work every day.
  4. They ___ (study) for their exam this week.
  5. Our office ___ (close) at 6 p.m.

Freer Practice Task

Work with a partner. Ask and answer questions about your weekly routines and what you’re doing this week. Use both present simple and present continuous in your conversation.

Example questions:

  • What do you usually do on weekends?
  • What are you doing after class today?
  • Do you work from home or the office?
  • Are you working on anything special this week?

Encourage your partners to expand their answers and ask follow‑up questions.

Thank you for reading — I hope this grammar lesson sample gives you a clear sense of how I guide learners from clear explanation to confident, meaningful communication.

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