Our English Blog

Talking on the Phone

May 31 2017

http://www.engvid.com/ Calling someone soon? Do you feel nervous when you speak on the telephone? Many English learners feel uncomfortable when they have to use English on the phone. In this lesson

Tag(s) : #Communication, #Formal vs Informal English

Active vs Passive Voice

May 14 2017

A short video explaining the difference between active and passive voice.

Tag(s) : #Grammar, #Verb, #Passive

Comparatives and Superlatives

May 4 2017

Learn about grammar with The English Bug. This is a beginner lesson about comparatives and superlatives. For more information and to sign up for courses, join us at www.theenglishbug.com.

Tag(s) : #Grammar, #Comapratives, #Superlativi, #Comparativi, #Superlatives

The American Flag: a short history

May 1 2017

Watch Cartoons Online - United States Flag - Independence Day for Kids/Children: American History Enjoy this lesson on the history of the American Flag with Ms. Erikka. Today she talks about the ...

Tag(s) : #Culture and Civilization, #Stars and Stripes, #American Flag

September 11th - for kids

May 1 2017

Here is a basic explanation of the events of September 11, 2001. Put together for the students of Eastern Elementary School in Greentown, IN, Principal Randy Maurer not only explains the sad events

Tag(s) : #Twin Towers, #September 11th

Easter Traditions in the UK

April 20 2017

http://www.EnglishClass101.com/video Learn more about English culture with EnglishClass101.com! Ever wondered what the most important English holidays are, and how they are celebrated? Then this ...

Tag(s) : #Culture and Civilization, #Easter

The Windmill Boy

April 6 2017

At age 14, in poverty and famine, a Malawian boy built a windmill to power his family's home. Now at 22, William Kamkwamba, who speaks at TED, here, for the second time, shares in his own words the

Tag(s) : #Energy, #Windmill Boy, #William Kamkwamba

What Creates a Total Solar Eclipse?

April 3 2017

View full lesson here: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-creates-a-total-solar-eclipse-andy-cohen How can the shadow of the tiny moon eclipse the sight of the gargantuan sun? By sheer coincidence, the

Tag(s) : #Moon, #Solar Eclipse, #Astronomy

Deeds not Words! The Suffragettes/2

April 3 2017

This episode of Stories from Parliament follows Suffragette Lady Constance Lytton as she protests for women's right to vote. Watch part 2 of the Suffragettes story ...

Tag(s) : #Culture and Civilization, #Human Rights, #Women, #Second Industrial Revolution, #Suffragettes

Votes for Women! The Suffragettes/1

April 3 2017

Follow Suffragette Lady Constance Lytton as she protests for women's right to vote. Watch part 2 of the Suffragettes story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n38NkE-Dd6E Suitable for use in assembly ...

Tag(s) : #Culture and Civilization, #Sufragettes, #Second Industrial Revolution, #Human Rights, #Women