The book “101 activities to teach English mindfully” includes my students’ favourite mindful exercises divided in the following sections: *Mindful Breathing *Visualisations *Wake up the Senses *Expressing Gratitude *The Power of Kindness *The Power of Positivity *Reading Activities *Creative Activities *Miscellaneous The publication is suitable for all English/EFL teachers who are eager to introduce mindfulness in their classes. I have also described the principles of mindfulness and why they are beneficial for our students. So even if you are not familiar with mindful teaching, you are covered. The activities are fun, engaging and are appropriate for both traditional and online lessons. In order for this book to be beneficial to you at its best, I have included a few personal stories as well as links to other resources which could be used as follow-up exercises. In addition, you will find eight extra worksheets which you will need for some of the activities. And I have a special treat for you. I have decided to share five of my students’ favourite mindful lesson plans. “101 activities to teach English mindfully” is dedicated to all my students who showed me their vulnerability, anxiety and emotional pain. I’m truly grateful to them for allowing me to use my meditations, visualisations and other mindful techniques in our lessons. Their positive feedback as well as being able to witness their inner light shine brightly have inspired me to learn and grow as a mindful English teacher and create empowering resources.

The bundle consists of 3 plans which utilise mindfulness tools: Lesson 1- At Santa’s Workshop A visualization-based lesson plan for young learners which aims to improve their listening, speaking and writing skills. Lesson 2- Give a Little Love A lesson plan for young learners which features a mindful activity to help students focus. The students will practise their speaking and listening skills. They’ll also need to put on their creative hat for a collaborative task. Lesson 3- On Christmas Eve A visualization-based lesson plan for teens and adults (levels B1 and B2) which involves all their skills. It also teaches students to be kind and compassionate.

“Sights and Sounds of Autumn” includes these three lesson plans: Autumn in the forest cottage ( LP for teens and adults) It is an image-based lesson which comes with a visualisation. 2.An autumn visit ( LP for young learners) The students will practise all skills in the lesson. Also, a mindful visualisation will help them practise key vocabulary and wake up their senses. An autumn retreat ( a creative LP for teens and adults)

“Sights and Sounds of Summer” includes three lesson plans: The little butterfly 2.The prettiest pebble Summer memories Each lesson plan is based around a poem. I’ve created comprehension activities as well as a powerful visualisation which will wake up your students’ senses. The lessons are a gentle mix of positive psychology and modern teaching.

The Worksheet consists of Speaking and writing activities on the theme of Storytelling. It’s suitable for Advanced learners.

This is an imaginary story about Frank and his English teacher who step into time. The story comes with comprehension activities and a crossword. It is appropriate for B1 students

Language level: B1 + Learner type: Teens and adults Time: 60 min Activity: Speaking, Listening and writing Topic: Storytelling Materials: provided images

Language level: B1 + Learner type: Teens and adults Time: 45 min Activity: Speaking, Listening and writing Topic: Facing your Fears Materials: visualisation and video ( links are provided)

The Worksheet consists of Speaking and writing activities for Advanced learners on the theme of MOTIVATION.

The book 10 EMPOWERING LESSON PLANS comprises lessons on topics such as Mindfulness, Happiness, Authenticity, Kindness, Inspiration, Gratitude and Positivity. They are appropriate for students whose level is B1 + and are older than 14 years of age. I have used these lesson plans with all my students and have seen many positive changes in their behaviour and mindset. The book includes the following lesson plans: It is Achievable Shine your Light Stop Chasing Happiness Acts of Random Kindness The Black Dot The Power of Words The Wonders of Water Who am I? Try Everything Being Authentic Take a peek at some of the pages here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7H73V9lOpms

This bundle includes 3 lesson plans on the theme of LOVE. Be my Valentine- a lesson plan for teenagers and adults What is LOVE? - a lesson plan for young learners I love- a lesson plan for young learners

Speaking and Writing activities for Advanced Students appropriate for FCE and CAE students

Language level: B1/B2 Learner type: Teens and adults Time: 60 minutes Activity: Speaking and writing Topic: Stepping out of your comfort zone Language: Speculating/ Narrative tenses/ Vocabulary related to “Boats” Materials: the image “The boat”

This is a fictional story, which describes a student and his English teacher’ s adventures around the world. It is suitable for B1/B2 students. In Chapter 17 Frank and Russie go to Ci’an to find out more about the terracotta army. While exploring one of the pits there, Frank finds an old ring and then something mysterious happens. The story comes with a comprehension exercise, a phonetic activity and a crossword, which practises the key vocabulary.

This is a collection of festive resources. It consists of : 3 lesson plans a reading activity writing prompts resources for young learners some extra fun activities

FCE/CAE- Cultural Adversity The resource is suitable for FCE students. It includes the following features: FCE- Speaking part 2 FCE- Speaking parts 3 & 4 Inspiring topics for discussions Writing prompt for Advanced Students

This is a fictional story, which describes a student and his English teacher’ s adventures around the world. It is suitable for B1/B2 students. In Chapter 16 Frank and Russie’s adventure in the city of Nanjing continues. They visit some local places of interest and learn some interesting facts about the Chinese culture. The story comes with a comprehension exercise, a phonetic activity and a crossword, which practises the key vocabulary.

Topic- Finding who you are Aim- To practise listening, writing and speaking skills Level-B1/B2 Age group- teenagers/adults Time - 60 min

Topic- Life on our planet Aim- To practise listening and speaking skills while discussing some possible positive changes on our planet Level-B1 Age group- young learners/ teenagers Time - 60 min

This is a fictional story, which describes a student and his English teacher’ s adventures around the world. It is suitable for B1/B2 students. In Chapter 15 Frank and Russie head off to the city of Nanjing where they visit some local places of interest and learn some interesting facts about the Chinese culture. The story comes with a comprehension exercise and a crossword, which practises the key vocabulary.