The First Day

Starting a new job or school can feel overwhelming. This ready-to-use ESL worksheet helps your students explore unspoken rules for making a great first impression. With vocabulary building, gap-fills, discussion prompts, and a TED Talk activity, learners get practical English for real-world situations while practicing speaking, listening, and critical thinking.

Teachers will find a mix of clear tasks that guide students through workplace culture, teamwork, and professional communication. Students learn key terms like mentor, competence, commitment, and compatibility, then apply them in interactive activities that build confidence.

✅ Level: B1 (intermediate)
✅ Skills: speaking, listening, vocabulary, discussion
✅ Focus: workplace English, soft skills, advice language (should, ought to, had better)

Quick prep, engaging content, real-life English your learners can use from day one 🚀

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