As requested, here's the interactive version of another song-based activity. Should you enjoy these, I will continue developing new. Any ideas?

🎵 Song Task: "Used To"

Match the beginning of the sentences with their logical endings by writing the correct number in the box.

Beginning

1. A long time ago we used to be friends...

2. I used to rule...

3. Sweep the streets...

4. I used to roll...

5. I used to love her...

6. I used to love...

7. I used to love an...

8. I used to love this rock...

9. This used to...

10. This used to be my childhood...

11. This used to be the place...

12. You and me, we used to...

13. I want it, the way this...

14. I used to be an A student...

15. I used to go to parties...

Endings

An English girl and now I love a little German girl

But I haven't thought of you lately at all

But I had to kill her

Used to be

The world

And roll world

The dice

Italian girl, and now I love an Argentinean girl

Dream

I used to own

Be my playground

Be together, everyday together, always

I ran to whenever I was in need

I used to drink champagne

I never used to complain

✍️ Writing Task

Choose one of the bands mentioned (like Coldplay or No Doubt). Write a short paragraph about how their music or image used to be compared to now.

Gerunds and Infinitives

This activity is definitely the most popular I have developed. Here's the interactive version many people have requested! I look forward to your comments to generate a third version :)

Gerunds or Infinitives? - Song Lyrics

Listen to the tracks and complete the lyrics using the correct form of the verb (Gerund or Infinitive).

1. I want (break) free.

2. When I'm home everything seems (be) right.

3. Just try (not worry) you'll see them some day... and stop (cry) your heart out.

4. Do you want (know) a secret? Do you promise (not tell)? ... say the words you long (hear).

5. I can't help (fall) in love with you.

6. Keep (roll).

7. Remember (think) twice.

8. When I learn (fly).

9. How can you complain, if it's the way it's meant (be).

10. I tried my best (feed) her appetite... pretending (feel) the same.

11. One love, we get (share) it.

12. We started (live) in an old house.

13. The tiger's waiting (be) tamed.

14. I don't mind (spend) every day... ask her if she wants (stay) awhile.

15. Trying (keep) up with you.

16. I don't feel like (do) anything, I just want (lay) in my bed. Stop (pick) up my phone.

17. I can't stand (lose) you.

18. Soul starts (spin) again, I can't stop (feel).

19. Remember (let) her into your heart then you can start (make) it better.

20. I never meant (hurt) you, I never meant (lie).

Creative Writing Prompt

Pick one of the musicians from the lesson. Write a short review of their music. Include three things you enjoy doing while listening to them and three things you plan to do to learn more about them.

The Minion's past

Minions: Past Perfect Discovery

1. Watch & Tick

Before they met Gru, what had happened? (0:00 - 1:00)

Seen dinosaurs
Killed their first master
Met the Pharaoh
Built a world wonder
Been with Napoleon

2. What's the Grammar Rule?

Analyze this sentence:

"Before they met Gru, they had seen the Dinosaurs."

A. What is the tense of the blue verb?

B. What is the tense of the red verb?

C. Which action happened first?

Tip: Use Past Perfect for the "earlier" of two past actions.

3. Practice the Trailer

1. Before they (become) Gru's servants, the minions (serve) Dracula.

2. They (kill) Dracula by the time they (move) to the pole.

3. They (lose) their purpose, that's why Kevin (decide) to set out.

4. They (spend) a lot of time at sea before they (get) to New York.

4. Writing Task

Write about another adventure the Minions had before meeting Gru. Use at least two Past Perfect sentences.

What happens at home while you are away

Level: A1 Kids & Young Teenagers

The Secret Life of Pets

1. Watch the Trailer

Watch the video carefully and pay attention to what the animals do when their owners leave.

2. Ability: Can or Can't?

Complete the sentences about animal abilities using "can" or "can't".

Elephants climb.

Dogs bite.

Snakes run.

Penguins fly.

Monkeys climb.

Horses jump.

Kangaroos walk backwards.

Sharks grow teeth.

Giraffes run.

Octopuses walk.

Flamingos swim.

Spiders climb.

Cats bite.

Birds fly.

Sharks stop moving.

3. Listening: Fill in the Blanks

Watch the scene with Max and Gidget again and complete their conversation.

Gidget: Bye Max.

Max: Hey Gidget.

Gidget: Any plans Gidget?

Max: Yes, big big stuff today Gidget. I've got big . I'm gonna here and I'm gonna for Katie to back.

Gidget: Oh that sounds . Well, I won't interrupt. I've got a very busy day too.

4. Creative Writing: My Secret Pet

Imagine what your pet (or a dream pet) does when you are at school. Write a short story about their secret life!

Fame and celebrities

Taylor Swift: Miss Americana (Level B2)

1. Watch the Trailer

2. Vocabulary: Choose the Correct Word

Select the word that best fits the context of the documentary.

1. The --?purposeachievement of this documentary is to get to know Taylor better.

2. She mentions feeling the --?pressurerelief to be a perfect role model for her fans.

3. The film offers an intimate --?glimpsesurvey into her private life.

4. After the backlash, she felt a need to --?rebrandconform her image.

5. She talks about the --?significantvisible change she felt when she stopped pleasing people.

6. The film captures the moment she decided to --?speak outhush up about political issues.

7. She had to learn to --?defyembrace the expectations placed on her.

8. The documentary explores her --?vulnerabilityarrogance and the toll of fame.

9. She reflects on the --?lonelinesscompanionship that often accompanies stardom.

10. The film shows her --?candidguarded moments, revealing her hidden side.

3. Class Challenge

🎮 Play the Blooket Game

4. Closure: Journalist Interview

Role-Play Task: Work in pairs. One is a Journalist, the other is Taylor Swift.

Journalist: Use B2 markers like "As I see it..." or "They appear to be..." to ask about her transformation.
Taylor: Use "To my mind..." or "I believe..." to explain your new perspective.

Life changes

Movie Task: Cloud Atlas

1. Complete the Sentences

Use the correct verb forms to contrast the person's life across different timelines.

The Past: In the past, he a doctor. He dishonest. He by ship.

The Present: Nowadays he a scientist. Now he very correct. He people in a different way.

The Future: In the future, we don't know how he . He by car or he .

2. Trailer Comprehension

Watch the trailer and determine if these statements are True (T) or False (F).

Statement	Result (T/F)
The song sounds familiar to the woman.
The young man plays music the old man dreamed of.
The man experienced a déjà vu.
In the future, the waitresses have the same face.

3. Cloud Atlas Monologue

Fill in the missing verbs from the trailer's narration.

"Yesterday, my life headed in one direction. Today, it headed in another... Fear, belief, love—phenomena that determine the course of our lives. These forces begin long before we born and continue after we . Our lives not our own. We bound to others. By each crime and every kindness, we birth our future. I believe there another world waiting for us, a better world, and I waiting for you there."

4. Creative Writing: Your Life Map

How has your life changed? Write a short description using these expressions:

As a child, I used to... | Five years ago, I... | Nowadays I... | Next year, I'm going to... | In ten years, I might...

Biography writing

Movie Task: Bohemian Rhapsody

Level: CEFR B1 (Intermediate)

Instructions: Watch the trailer, complete the comprehension tasks, and use the guide at the bottom to write a short biography of Freddie Mercury.

Part 1: True or False

1. Freddie Mercury’s life was extraordinary.
T F

2. They needed a new lead singer.
T F

3. They didn’t like to experiment.
T F

4. He was a legend.
T F

Part 2: Biography & Past Simple

Freddie Mercury (be) born in Zanzibar. He (spend) time in India where he (study) piano. Later, he (go) to the Ealing College of Art. He (meet) Roger Taylor and Brian May. They (play) their first gig in 1971. Mercury (be) a showman who (know) how to entertain. He (like) to wear costumes and (run) around the stage.

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Part 3: Writing Activity (Closure)

Use the following prompts to organize your ideas and write a short biography of Freddie Mercury.

Early Life	Childhood	Adulthood
- Name - Birthplace - Date of Birth - Family background	- Where did he live? - Where did he go to school? - Early experiences	- Education & Jobs - Bands & Success - Major achievements