Autumn: More Than Falling Leaves | A Global English Lesson

What does autumn mean around the world? Bring fresh perspectives into your classroom with a lesson exploring celebration, gratitude, remembrance and our relationship with nature.

Students discover seven fascinating traditions: Japan’s moon-viewing festival, Korea’s Chuseok, harvests in Greece, Nepal’s celebration of dogs during Tihar, Austria’s decorated cattle processions, Mexico’s Día de los Muertos and Thailand’s Loy Krathong.

Real photographs and engaging readings help students explore cultural meanings, build vocabulary and express their own ideas. The lesson also challenges the assumption that autumn looks—or happens—at the same time everywhere.

Included:

• A beautifully presented 6-page student worksheet

• Real photographs accompanying all seven traditions

• Reading comprehension, vocabulary and comparison activities

• Speaking prompts and a creative writing task

• Optional C1 challenges

• A separate 4-page teacher guide with answers, teaching suggestions and source credits

Level: B1–B2, with optional C1 challenges
Time: Approximately 45–50 minutes
Format: Printable PDF student worksheet and separate teacher guide

An inviting lesson for autumn classes, cultural exploration and meaningful discussion beyond falling leaves.