Teacher Overview
Lesson Title: I’m Addicted To TikTok / Reels
Level: A2 / Pre-Intermediate (Teens & Young Adults)
Length: 60–75 minutes
Format: 5 ready-to-print PDFs
Overview
This very relatable and modern lesson explores one of the biggest challenges teenagers face today — addiction to short videos (TikTok / Instagram Reels). Through a honest “Dear Grok” letter, practical advice, and engaging activities, students learn how to talk about screen time, habits, and self-control in English.
The lesson is designed with strong support, ready examples, and varied activities so non-native teachers can run it confidently and students can participate easily without too much creativity pressure.
Key Language
- Vocabulary: addicted, scroll, distracted, guilty, waste time
- Grammar: Modals for advice (should, shouldn’t, can, try)
- Functional language: Talking about habits, giving advice, expressing feelings
Skills Practiced
Reading, Speaking, Vocabulary, Giving advice, Discussion
What’s Included
- PDF 1: Extended Warm-up + Dear Grok Letter + Vocabulary
- PDF 2: Longer Grok Reply + Discussion + Ranking
- PDF 3: Image discussion + Positive Peer Support + Grammar & Vocabulary
- PDF 4: 5 supported activities (Role Play, Survey, Good/Bad Advice, Chain Story, My New Rules)
- PDF 5: Extended Discussion + Review + Addiction Advice Battle game + Exit Ticket
Teacher Tip: Many teachers are also addicted to Reels! Be honest in the warm-up — it creates great rapport with students.
