The Present Continuous Tense

Lesson Plan: Present Continuous Tense

Target Age Group: 11–14
Level: A1–A2 (Beginner–Elementary)
Lesson Duration: 2 Hours

In this lesson we will learn about a fun and useful part of English grammar — the Present Continuous Tense. It helps us talk about what is happening right now or around this moment in time.

🔍 When do we use it?

   We use the Present Continuous when:

• Something is happening right now (at this very moment)
• Something is temporary (not forever)
• Something is changing
• Something is planned for the near future (in casual speech

✨Keyword to remember: “Now”