How to… Make a Sandwich

Teacher’s Note

Level: Pre-A1 / A1 (Basic / Beginner kids, ages 5–9)

Duration: 40–60 minutes

Skills: Speaking, listening, vocabulary (food & actions), sequencing, prepositions of place, present continuous, simple writing 

Teacher Aim

Students will: 

  • Learn food vocabulary through mime and flashcards 
  • Practice action words via mime and role-play 
  • Use sequencing words to order steps 
  • Describe actions and locations using present continuous and prepositions 

What’s included in the PDFs

  • PDF 1 (19 pages): Full set of colorful food flashcards (front: picture, back: word + simple text/description) – perfect for warm-ups, vocabulary games, mystery bag, picture flash, quick votes, and food charades. 
  • PDF 2 (1 page): Student worksheet with action words mime task, sequencing practice (number the steps), guided “My Dream Sandwich” speaking/acting example, and optional homework (draw & label dream sandwich + write steps).
  • PDF 3 (4 pages): Fun variety pack including “I Spy with My Little Eye” warm-up, “There is / There are” sentences, prepositions of place questions, present continuous gap-fills, action mime & guess game, sequencing numbering task, Yes/No question chain speaking game, plus complete Teachers Key with answers and examples.

Lesson vibe

Keep it light, silly and yummy – lots of mime, laughter, acting out eating huge imaginary sandwiches! Laughter makes the vocabulary stick. 




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