At first glance, this might seem very simple. Then, in just a moment, you realize that you don’t know which to choose. Is it at or in? Don’t worry! With a little study and some ...
Read More »How do we use “question tags” in English?
If we want to ask for information we usually use the standard question form. However, sometimes we just want to keep a conversation going, or confirm information. In this case, question tags are often used ...
Read More »Learn English with Stories: “Prince Amir”
Are you having a nice weekend? Today’s lesson is with a story. The story of Prince Amir. Find out what difficulties he has to overcome! 1. Understand the vocabulary 2. Watch the video Vocabulary ...
Read More »Learn English with the Songs: “Dancing in the dark”
Good morning! It’s Friday and many of you will be going out this weekend to clubs all around the world, or musical bar, or friends’ house party. So what better way to end the work ...
Read More »Vocabulary about Food – Where Does it Go?
Hello everyone! Remember the quiz you answered last Thursday? It was this one: “I want to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. But the ___ of peanut butter is empty.” a. six-pack b. jar ...
Read More »Learn English with Stephen Fry – Advanced English
This post is for advanced learners, the vocabulary might be a bit hard. But we encourage you all to try! At ABA we love Stephen Fry; he’s a British actor, screenwriter, author, journalist, poet, comedian, ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “B-Boys!”
Good morning beautiful people! Are you ready to learn some English with the news? 1. Read the text 2. Understand the vocabulary 3. Watch the video Text The world’s best b-boy crews converged on the ...
Read More »Reading Comprehension: “The Ears of Corn”
Hello! This week, thousands of people around the world celebrate Thanksgiving, a harvest celebration in which families and friends get together and give thanks for what they are grateful for. Today we are going to ...
Read More »What to strive for?
Hi! It’s Friday today and time for a little inspiration. It’s important when learning a new language or a new skill to keep the goal in mind but we must also remember to keep focused ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “French Fossils”
Good morning everyone! How are you this morning? Ready to learn some English and find out the latest news? 1. Read the text 2. Understand the vocabulary 3. Watch the video Text French archaeologists finished ...
Read More »Learn English with pleasure!
Hello! Remember we told you how important motivation is? Well, Alfred Mercier agrees with us. Alfred Mercier was an American poet, writer and doctor. He was a big defendor of Creole literature and music – ...
Read More »Learn English with Songs: “Lady in Black”
Hey there friend! Today we are going to be listening to Uriah Heep’s Lady in Black. Do you know the lyrics? Don’t worry! Just follow the steps: 1. Read the lyrics 2. Understand the vocabulary ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Unofficial Start of Christmas?”
Hello and Happy Monday! It’s still only November but people around the world have begun preparing for their favourite season of the year: Christmas. Find out in this news video where the preparations have started! ...
Read More »Learning English with Songs: “Home is wherever I’m with you”
This song is amazing; it’s so happy and full of love it will make even a horrible day better! Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros are a hippie band whose single “Home is wherever I’m ...
Read More »Learn English with News: “Penguins!”
Good morning! As I’m sure all of you know, Obama just won the election and has been proclamed President for the second time. We’re are going to do a little bit of English, by listening ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Día de los Muertos”
Good morning! How are you all this Monday? Last Friday, Mexicans all over the world celebrated the Day of the Dead. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends ...
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