Barney Griffiths, Teacher, Trainer, Materials writer, Spain

Level - Intermediate and above

This lesson asks students to discuss ways of changing their image before reading an informative article about tattoos. They then design a new image for a client of their company and then for themselves before discussing at what age they should be allowed to take certain decisions. The themes are image-consciousness and personal choice.

Plan components

Lesson Plan: - guide for teacher on procedure including worksheet tasks and answers to tasks.

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Worksheets: - exercises which can be printed out for use in class. The worksheet contains:

• A warmer activity
• A text about tattoos with pre and post-reading questions
• A teamwork role play activity set in a company
• A pair work speaking activity
• A family role play activity with role cards
• A discussion task

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Article and listening about body art, piercing and other aspects of image.

Tips for girls from a popular UK TV series on image and fashion.

Tips for boys from a popular UK TV series on image and fashion.

An article with an interactive online exercise on youth culture from the British Council LearnEnglish site.

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