AB1 · Level: Suggested beginner / A1 · Learners: Adults · Time: two lessons of 30–40 minutes · Format: 7-page PDF
Help learners introduce themselves, ask for repetition and make a small request. Includes four illustrated learner sheets, reusable name and drink cards, and two teacher pages with scripts and answers.
Focus: Requests & replies
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- Optional homework and answer key (2 pages)
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Keep teacher notes and answers separate. During the café task, each customer keeps their drink card private.
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