I Hate Doing The Dishes

Teacher Overview

Lesson Title: I Hate Doing The Dishes

Level: A2 / Pre-Intermediate (Teens & Young Adults)

Length: 60–75 minutes

Format: 5 ready-to-print PDFs

Overview

This fun, relatable lesson tackles one of the most common teenage complaints — hating to do the dishes. Through a humorous “Dear Grok” letter, practical vocabulary, and light grammar, students learn how to talk about household chores, express frustration, and give/receive advice in a natural way.

The lesson is teacher-friendly with strong support (sentence starters, ready examples, and clear instructions), making it ideal for non-native teachers and students who need structure while still having fun.

Key Language

  • Vocabulary: pile, greasy, wrinkly, annoyed, chores, excuses, habits 
  • Grammar: Modals for advice (should, shouldnt, could

Skills Practiced

Reading, Speaking, Vocabulary, Real-life discussion, Giving advice

Whats Included

  • PDF 1: Warm-up + Extended Dear Grok Letter + Vocabulary 
  • PDF 2: Grok’s Funny Reply + Discussion Questions 
  • PDF 3: Grammar & Vocabulary (with big funny kitchen illustration) 
  • PDF 4: Varied Activities (Role Play + Ranking Task + Good/Bad Advice + My Perfect System) 
  • PDF 5: Speaking Practice + Review + Exit Ticket

Teacher Tip: The mix of ranking and “My Perfect System” activities keeps students engaged. Great for teens who love complaining about chores!






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