Aloha! Here are 4 common spelling mistakes that we should all avoid! 1. Your vs. You’re “Your” is a possessive pronoun, as in ‘your car” or “your dog”. “You’re” is a contraction for “you are”. ...
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English Vocabulary: “Colours and Sesame Street!”
Ok, so a couple of weeks ago we wrote a long list of English idioms with colours. But then we found this Sesame Street video and had to share. It’s a great way for beginner’s ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Vintage cars”
Oh hello! Welcome! Today’s lesson is all about chic Paris: vintage bags, vintage dresses… and now vintage cars. 1. Read the text 2. Understand the vocabulary 3. Watch the video Text Looking like an early ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Brazil Carnival!”
Hello, hello, hello! Ready to dance and samba? Good! Here is how to do it: 1. Read the text 2. Understand the vocabulary 3. Watch the video Text The sound of samba is in the ...
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Aloha! Remember a couple of weeks ago we wrote about a great expression we had found? Sometimes life is about making complicated sandwiches Today we are going to be reading about how to make a ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Give me a hug!”
Hi! Today’s news report is about hugging. When we’re sad, getting a hug is one of the best ways to make us feel better. Have you ever heard of the Free Hugs Campaign? It’s a ...
Read More »Reading Comprehension: “To accent or not to accent?”
Good morning! Today we are going to learn about accents in singing and speaking with an article from mentalfloss. Ready? Reader Jared wrote in with this question: “Why do singers I perceive as having accents ...
Read More »Learn English with the News: “Clouds”
Good morning! Today’s news will make you want to visit museums. We do! Let’s remember the steps: 1. Read the text 2. Understand the vocabulary 3. Watch the video Text You wouldn’t call this exhibition ...
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Do you make excuses? Before we read the article and learn some new English words, remember: Here are the four common excuse-making patterns and how to avoid them. 1. Time & condition excuses Being late ...
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Howdy, How are you today? We have a very musical news story for you to help you learn some English! Are you ready? You know what to do: 1. Read the text 2. Understand the ...
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