🎯 Goal of the lesson
To build speaking confidence and vocabulary through creative discussion, video-based tasks, idioms, and imaginative writing — all centered around the fascinating life of astronauts and space exploration.
⏰ Duration
60 - 80 minutes
👥 Target group
Teens and adults at B1+ and above
Ideal for conversation classes, group lessons, or private tutoring.
📦 What’s inside the lesson?
25 slides that will make a great lesson or even 2!
❓Warm-up conversation questions & a story news to watch
🧠 Brainstorming & word association tasks
📺 Video-based listening + comprehension tasks on th everyday life on the ISS
💬 Vocabulary: space-related terms & 5 idioms (e.g. “over the moon”)
🧼 Real-life question: How do astronauts wash their hair in space? Or use the toilet? :)
✍️ Creative storytelling task: "An Astronaut Diary Entry"
🎲 “Would You Rather” to practise grammar
Planet phonetics quiz  to work on the pronunication of the planets
📚 Homework ideas: more space life videos from NASA
💬 Why teachers love it:
This lesson brings space to life through authentic, engaging materials. It helps students improve fluency, learn natural idioms, and have meaningful conversations — all while having fun.