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Thanksgiving is on November 26: ready worksheets, lessons, flashcards and speaking cards for every level

After the feast: where Thanksgiving leftovers go

A feature article follows a food rescue volunteer in Columbus, Ohio, through the busiest weekend of her year; students read for detail, learn the language of food waste and donation, and plan a campaign to waste less food.

B2Adults50 minArticle

About this lesson

A B2 reading lesson (article). Graded texts with key words, comprehension questions and printable versions.

Level
B2
Skill
Reading
Type
Article
Students
Adults
Time
About 50 minutes
Topic
Food & drink
Activities
Key words, Speaking / writing task, Reading text, Multiple choice, Gap-fill, Matching
Key words
surplus, food rescue, food bank, food pantry, shelter, perishable, landfill, obstacle
Access
Premium

By the end, students can

  • Understand the main points and details of a feature article about food rescue
  • Use words and phrases about food waste and donation
  • Plan and present a practical campaign to waste less food