Teeth
Two old friends are fishing on a lake. When one of them sneezes and loses his false teeth, the other starts laughing uncontrollably. Neither is ready for what happens next.
In this lesson, students listen to the story before retelling it from their own chosen perspective. Along the way, they explore narrative tenses, reflect on practical jokes and develop their storytelling skills.
The story is based on the short film by Ruairà O'Brien and John Kennedy – a comic tale of friendship, mischief and poetic justice.
It never fails to surprise students or get a laugh.
Hear the story
About the author
For 20 years, Jamie Keddie has been creating courses and resources to help teachers structure their lessons, motivate students and find meaning in their teaching.
He has shared his insights with educators in over 40 different countries, written for Oxford University Press and won a prestigious British Council ELTons award for his innovative ideas on using video in teaching.
