5 Free Online Lessons in December

Hello December, the final fluffy month of the year, when we’re quite satisfied we’ve made it and at the same time we’re looking anxiously at the next year. 2023, what will you bring?

But before we jump into the New Year, New Me time, ’tis the season to be jolly! That’s why I’ve decided to share not the traditional list of free courses you may take this month, but some simple videos you can use in your classroom with your students to learn something new (in English) and still have fun – bring some winter christmassy-vibed cheer!

You may just watch the videos and discuss whether there’s anything your students like, you may ask them to make a list of their most and least favourite winter activities… or you may ask them to actually follow the instructions and make something like a thing presented on a video at home! Oh, somehow two of these videos are about alcohol (aka Santa’s little helper), so maybe don’t try to use them with young learners…

1. Ultimate Gingerbread by BBC Good Food

What’s this: great recipe for gingerbread – video and text
Where is it: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/ultimate-easy-gingerbread
How to use it: listening comprehension, reading, translation, if you can – ask your students to bake own biscuits

2. How to Make Delicious Mulled Wine by You Can Cook That

What’s this: great recipe for mulled wine + some interesting facts
Where is it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjMEr5HEELU&ab_channel=Allrecipes
How to use it: listening comprehension, translation, creating own recipes – who knows what else you can add to mulled wine?

3. How to Make Holiday Cards by 5-Minute Crafts

What’s this: video with simple but creative ideas for awesome cards
Where is it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCb4_S7E_PU&ab_channel=5-MinuteCraftsDIY
How to use it: it’s a perfect idea for a class project, especially for younger students – just make sure they write wishes in English!

4. How to Make Christmas Crackers by Life with Satch

What’s this: video with two instructions on how to make Christmas crackers (cringy jokes are not included); includes a cat
Where is it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtohLHq3SCw&ab_channel=LifeWithSatch
How to use it: listening comprehension followed by class project + creating own jokes, of course!

5. How to Make Eggnog by Jamie Oliver

What’s this: great recipe for eggnog – video and text
Where is it: https://www.jamieoliver.com/features/best-eggnog-recipe/
How to use it: listening comprehension, reading, translation, and maybe making own eggnog at home?

As you can see sometimes a simple and short video may be quite inspiring! I’m sure your students will love the activities and you’ll have a lot of fun.

Enjoy!