
Unlock English Through Anthony Horowitz’s Books
Description
Are you ready to dive into thrilling stories while improving your English?
In this lesson, we’ll explore the exciting books of Anthony Horowitz, focusing on:
📖 Reading Comprehension – Understand and analyze excerpts from the books.
🗣 Vocabulary & Idioms – Learn new words, British expressions, and how to use them.
?? British English & Culture – Discover differences between British and American English, and explore British customs, places, and history.
Each lesson includes guided reading, discussion, and fun exercises to help you boost your English naturally. Perfect for intermediate to advanced learners who love mystery, adventure, and engaging stories!
Below is a detailed breakdown of 40 lessons based on Anthony Horowitz’s books, focusing on reading comprehension, vocabulary, British English, and culture.
Each lesson follows the 25-minute structure:
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Warm-up (5 mins) – Discuss themes, predictions, and previous lessons.
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Reading Practice (7 mins) – Read an excerpt from Horowitz’s books.
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Vocabulary & Idioms (6 mins) – Learn and practice key words.
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British Culture (5 mins) – Discuss British English, customs, or references in the passage.
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Wrap-up (2 mins) – Quick review and optional homework.
Lesson 1-40 Overview
LessonBook & FocusBritish English & Culture TopicLesson 1 Stormbreaker - Alex’s First Mission British vs. American English (everyday words) Lesson 2 Stormbreaker - Gadgets & Spy Tech British intelligence (MI6) Lesson 3 Stormbreaker - The Villain’s Plan British boarding schools Lesson 4 Point Blanc - Alex Goes Undercover British accents & slang Lesson 5 Point Blanc - Escape from the Academy British winter & school uniforms Lesson 6 Skeleton Key - A Deadly Island James Bond & British spy culture Lesson 7 Skeleton Key - Russian Villains British vs. Russian relations in fiction Lesson 8 Eagle Strike - Revenge Plot British expressions for emotions Lesson 9 Eagle Strike - The Real Enemy London landmarks in the book Lesson 10 Scorpia - Alex Learns the Truth British sayings about loyalty & betrayal Lesson 11 Scorpia - The Double Agent British intelligence (MI5 vs. MI6) Lesson 12 Ark Angel - Space Adventure British space history Lesson 13 Ark Angel - Skydiving & Danger British idioms about bravery Lesson 14 Snakehead - Secret Missions British military (SAS & Royal Navy) Lesson 15 Snakehead - Survival at Sea British coastal life & geography Lesson 16 Crocodile Tears - A Deadly Charity British charity organizations Lesson 17 Crocodile Tears - Poison & Spies British crime-solving & forensics Lesson 18 Scorpia Rising - The Final Battle British phrases for winning & losing Lesson 19 Russian Roulette - A Villain’s Story British vs. Russian spy history Lesson 20 The Word is Murder - A Modern Mystery British police & detective work Lesson 21 The Word is Murder - Clues & Deception British idioms about lying Lesson 22 Magpie Murders - A Classic Mystery British mystery writers (Agatha Christie, etc.) Lesson 23 Magpie Murders - Clues in the Story British village life Lesson 24 Moonflower Murders - Another Puzzle British legal system & justice Lesson 25 House of Silk - A Sherlock Holmes Mystery British Victorian-era culture Lesson 26 House of Silk - Holmes & Watson British detective stereotypes Lesson 27 Moriarty - The Great Rival British criminal masterminds in fiction Lesson 28 Moriarty - The Power of Deduction British phrases about intelligence Lesson 29 Alex Rider Short Stories - Mini Missions British teen culture Lesson 30 Alex Rider Short Stories - Hidden Clues British vs. American spelling Lesson 31 Horowitz Horror - A Scary Tale British horror folklore Lesson 32 Horowitz Horror - Fear & Suspense British idioms about fear Lesson 33 Stormbreaker (Revisit) - Final Review British slang quiz Lesson 34 Point Blanc (Revisit) - Best Scenes British humor & sarcasm Lesson 35 Magpie Murders (Revisit) - The Plot British literature traditions Lesson 36 House of Silk (Revisit) - Mystery Elements British crime fiction themes Lesson 37 Creative Writing - Write Like Horowitz British writing styles Lesson 38 Debate - Which Book is Best? British debating culture Lesson 39 Final Challenge - Mystery Quiz British trivia & phrases Lesson 40 Wrap-Up & Next Steps British literature reading plan
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