Lesson Plan November 13, 2026
Topic: Suggestion, advising and saying that you’re sure
In this lesson we will learn to say how certain you are about something, how to give advice and make suggestions.
Section A: Expressing Certainty
DAN: Look over there. I’m sure that’s Maria playing tennis.
SAM: No, it can’t be. I’ve just seen her at the library.
DAN: Are you sure?
SAM: Yes, I’m positive. I spoke to her there.
DAN: It could be her sister, Jo, then.
SAM: Of course, she’s got a twin sister, hasn’t she? It must be Jo.Are you sure?
It’s certain
I’m sure … / It must be …
It’s possible
It could be …
It’s not certain
I’m not sure …
It’s not possible
It can’t be …
Section B: Giving Advice
GINA: I need to get more exercise. What can I do?
TIM: I think you should join a gym.
GINA: That’s too expensive.
TIM: OK. Why don’t you go for a run every other day? That’s free.
Section C: Making Suggestions
Anna and Alex are planning their weekend. Look at the phrases they use to make suggestions.
ANNA: What shall we do this weekend?
ALEX: What about going to the new shopping centre?
ANNA: I went there last week. Why don’t we go to the park and play tennis.
ALEX: That’s a great idea. Let’s go to that new café afterwards.
ANNA: OK. Should we ask Sara to come too?
ALEX: Yes, let’s do that.
REMEMBER
Shall we go …?
Let’s go …?
Why don’t we go …?
BUT
What about going …?
