Technology Lesson

Fun ESL lesson for 12-year-olds: learn technology words, play games, and practice English!

45-60 min
Theme: Technology
Age: 12

💻 Technology Vocabulary

Click each card to reveal the meaning and example. Try to say the word!

computer
Computer
A machine for working, playing games, or searching the internet.
I use my computer to do homework.
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tablet
Tablet
A small, flat computer you can touch.
She draws pictures on her tablet.
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smartphone
Smartphone
A phone you can use for games, photos, and the internet.
He calls his friend on his smartphone.
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keyboard
Keyboard
The part you use to type letters and numbers.
Type your name on the keyboard.
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mouse
Mouse
A small tool to move the pointer on the screen.
Click the mouse to open the game.
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internet
Internet
A place to find information, watch videos, and talk to friends.
I watch videos on the internet.
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robot
Robot
A machine that can move and do tasks like a person.
The robot helps clean the house.
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camera
Camera
A device used to take photos and videos.
I take selfies with my camera.
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headphones
Headphones
Something you wear on your ears to listen to music or sounds.
I wear headphones when I study.
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wifi
WiFi
Invisible internet connection that devices use without cables.
Our house has fast WiFi.
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📊 Your Progress

Words learned: 0 / 10

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Technology Bingo

Click on a word when you hear it! Try to get 3 in a row.

Computer
Internet
Robot
Camera
Mouse
Keyboard
Tablet
Phone
WiFi

📚 Grammar Focus: Technology in Our Lives

Present Simple Tense

We use present simple to talk about habits and things we do regularly with technology.

✓ I use my computer every day.

Regular habit with technology

✓ She plays games on her tablet.

Third person singular - add 's'

✓ They watch videos on the internet.

Plural subject - no 's'

⚠️ Remember!
  • He/She/It → add -s (uses, plays, watches)
  • I/You/We/They → no change (use, play, watch)

Can / Can't for Abilities

Use can and can't to talk about what technology can do.

✓ Can (Positive)
  • A robot can clean the floor.
  • I can send emails.
  • We can watch movies online.
✗ Can't (Negative)
  • A robot can't feel emotions.
  • I can't use it without WiFi.
  • We can't play without charging.

How Often? Frequency Adverbs

Tell how often you use technology!

Never
0%
Rarely
10%
Sometimes
40%
Often
70%
Always
100%
📝 Examples with Technology:
I always check my phone in the morning.
She often uses her tablet for homework.
We sometimes play games on the computer.
He rarely forgets his headphones.
They never use technology during dinner.

🎯 Quick Grammar Challenge

Fill in the blanks with your own answers!

1. I __________ (frequency) use my smartphone to __________.
2. My friend can __________ on a tablet, but can't __________.
3. My parents __________ (verb + s/es) the internet every day.

📝 Practice Exercises

1. Match the Words to Pictures

Match the word to the picture. Click to reveal the answer!

1. Tablet B ✓
2. Mouse E ✓
3. Robot G ✓
4. Keyboard D ✓
5. Camera H ✓
Pictures: A. Computer | B. Tablet | C. Smartphone | D. Keyboard | E. Mouse | F. Internet | G. Robot | H. Camera | I. Headphones

2. True or False

Click to see if the sentence is true or false!

"A mouse is an animal that lives in your computer." FALSE - A computer mouse is a tool! 😄
"You can take photos with a camera." TRUE! 📸
"WiFi needs cables to work." FALSE - WiFi is wireless! 📶

💬 Conversation Practice

Practice these questions with your teacher or classmates!

At Home

  • Do you use a computer at home?
  • What is your favorite app?
  • How do you use the internet?
  • Do you like learning with technology?

Future Tech

  • Would you like a robot friend?
  • What will technology be like in 10 years?
  • Do you want a flying car?
  • What's the coolest gadget ever?

🎭 Role Play Activity

Scenario: You're in a computer store. One person is the customer, one is the store worker. Practice asking about different technology items and their features!

Example: "Excuse me, can you help me? I need a new tablet for drawing..."

🔀 Random Generator

Click a button to get a random question, word, color, number, food, or country!

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