Maximize Learning with The Gift of the Magi ESL Activities | English Language Teaching Resources

My favorite story to teach in December is The Gift of the Magi. While I love the original story by O. Henry, the language is too dense for my high beginner to advanced level English Language Learners. So, naturally, I wrote a more accessible version.

I love the central idea of love and sacrifice in the story. My intent is to help my students understand the theme while learning new vocabulary and skills. When I ask my students at the end of the year what their favorite activity was, most invariably say The Gift of the Magi. I hope your students get as much enjoyment from this unit as mine have.