eslyounglearners.org fun english language learning materials

Before you watch/listen:

You are going to watch a presentation about lightning.

There are two main types of lightning: fork lightning and sheet lightning. Fork lightning is more dangerous because a single bolt of lightning can kill.

Watch, listen and think about these questions

1. Are many people struck by lightning?
2. Do lightning strikes produce a lot of electricity?
3. Are lightning bolts very long?

Now try doing some exercises here.
Remember that 'strike' is an irregular verb (strike/struck/struck).

Note for ESL, EFL & ESOL Teachers

What is ESL Young Learners?
An independent website providing free resources for English language teachers and students. These include reading and listening materials for use in the classroom or online.

Which resources can I use with my students?
Think of ESL Young Learners as a library. Materials are broadly categorised by age and/or level - but visitors can use any materials they can manage.
  • Materials for the Age 5+ range in level from Beginners to Pre-intermediate.
  • Materials for the Age 10+ range in level from Pre-intermediate to Upper Intermediate.

Less confident older learners may want to try the materials for younger children or vice versa.