2B2 English

A blog post
Writing a blog post is a fantastic way to express your thoughts, share experiences, and
connect with others. For you, B2 English students, it's important to understand when
and how to write a blog post effectively. You might want to write a blog post when you
have a topic you're passionate about, whether it's travel, food, health, or personal
experiences.

To start writing a blog post, begin by choosing a specific topic that interests you.
Research the subject to gather ideas and facts, and then create an outline to organize
your thoughts. This outline should include an engaging introduction that captures the
reader's attention, a clear main body with supporting details, and a concise conclusion
that summarizes your key points. Remember to write in a conversational tone to make
your post relatable and enjoyable for your readers. With practice, you’ll become more
confident in expressing your ideas and connecting with your audience through your
blog!

Here is an example of a written task:

TASK INSTRUCTIONS: You have recently created a blog where you share
information about health and wellness. As your first post, you want to share
some ideas on healthy eating habits. Include an engaging introduction, two
paragraphs discussing at least three habits, and a conclusion inviting readers
to share their tips. Your blog post should be between 150 and 200 words.

Example:

Healthy Eating Habits to Boost Your Well-Being

Eating well is essential for maintaining good health and energy levels. In
this week’s blog post I wanted to write about some healthy eating habits
that can help you improve your diet and feel better overall.

Incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into your meals is crucial,

so aim for at least five servings a day to provide essential vitamins and
minerals. Drinking enough water is also vital for your body; aim for at
least eight glasses of water daily to stay hydrated and support digestion.

Opting for whole grains instead of refined grains is another important

habit. Foods like brown rice, quinoa, and whole-grain bread are rich in
fibre, which aids digestion and keeps you full for longer. Additionally, try
to minimize processed foods, which often contain unhealthy fats and
added sugars, and focus on whole, unprocessed foods instead.

By adopting these healthy eating habits, you can enhance your well-
being. Incorporating these simple changes into your daily routine can
lead to a happier and healthier life. What healthy habits do you follow?
Share your tips in the comments!
The structure of a blog post

This is the typical structure for a blog post that would be suitable for B2:

• Title

A catchy and informative title that summarizes the main topic of the post.

• Introduction

A brief introduction that hooks the reader's attention. It can include:

A question or interesting fact related to the topic.

A short overview of what the post will cover.

• Main Body

Divided into several paragraphs or sections. Each section should have a clear
focus:

Topic Sentence: Introduce the main idea of the paragraph.

Supporting Details: Provide examples, explanations, or anecdotes that support

the topic sentence.

Transition Sentences: Use transition words to link ideas between paragraphs

(e.g., "Firstly," "In addition," "On the other hand," "Finally").

• Conclusion

Summarize the key points discussed in the post.

Offer a personal opinion or reflection related to the topic.

Include a call to action, such as encouraging readers to comment, share their

experiences, or follow your blog for more updates.
 How to write a blog post
The following phrases might help you as a guideline to write an interesting
and catching blog post for your readers.

It’s a text posted online – people write blogs because they want to inform
What is a blog
readers about a specific topic or express an opinion
post? In a blog post it is important to address the readers!

Starting a blog USER NAME (you can invent it) + maybe Date/Time
post TITLE: give the blog a title that will catch the reader’s eye

You can refer back to earlier blog posts, address the readers directly or start
off with a question to catch their attention.
• Have you ever…? / What happens if …?
INTRO (find an
• It’s me again – this time from …
interesting • When I saw this for the first time, I asked myself …
opening) • You will never guess what … / You won’t believe what happened …
• Can I be totally honest with you?...
• Imagine what it would be like…

• I’d like to share my experiences/thoughts with you …

• Firstly / To start with / In the beginning / Right from the start…
• I’d like to tell you more about…
MAIN PART • Secondly / Besides / Apart from that / In addition …
• Check this out! / New flash! / Big news! / Get this!
(make
• Wham! / Smack! / And bam! / And boom! Then it hit me!
paragraphs) • Believe it or not… / Needless to say … / Seriously… / Let’s face it …
• Personally… / In my opinion… / I think… / I am convinced…
• Therefore / So that’s why / Thus / for instance / As you can see…

• All in all, I think.. / After all…

Summing up • Finally… / To sum up the events …
• To cut a long story short …

Giving an outlook: In the future… / Next time… / You’ll hear from me again …
Ending Inviting comments: Share your thoughts! / Let me know what you think! /
Please comment! / I’m looking forward to reading your thoughts! …

STRONG ADJECTIVES!
NICE ➔ enjoyable, lovely, pleasing, charming, delightful
WONDERFUL ➔ astonishing, amazing, awesome, fabulous, fantastic, incredible, brilliant, extraordinary
GOOD ➔ excellent, amazing, wonderful, marvelous, exceptional, outstanding
INTERESTING ➔ absorbing, captivating, compelling, diverting, engaging, entertaining, enthralling
YUMMY ➔ delicious, appetizing, flavourful, delectable, mouth-watering
FUNNY ➔ amusing, droll, entertaining, comical, gleeful, hilarious
BAD ➔ awful, terrible, horrible, rotten, naughty, dreadful, nasty
SMALL ➔ tiny, petite, skimpy, mini-
BIG ➔ towering, huge, giant, massive, immense, colossal, tremendous
Your turn
Task Instructions: Writing a Blog Post on Personal Experiences

You have recently created a blog where you share information about health and
wellness. For your first post, you can choose only one of the following topics:

A. Write about changes you have made in your lifestyle to feel better and improve
your health.
B. Describe a bad experience you had in a restaurant that made you reconsider
dining out in the future.

Guidelines:

Choose one of the topics above.

Remember to Include an engaging introduction that draws in your readers. Write

two paragraphs detailing your chosen topic. Conclude by inviting readers to share
their own experiences or tips related to the topic.

Your blog post should be between 150 and 200 words.

Be sure to proofread your work before submitting it.

Happy writing!