In, On, or At? Preposition Rules for Transportation, Location, Time, and Media
The prepositions in, on, and at are often confusing for English learners. The good news…
The $5 Million Comma: The True Tale of the Oxford Comma Lawsuit
If you don't think bad grammar can cost you, think again. In this case, one…
Target Pronunciation: How To Pronounce -ED Words in English
Alternate Endings The pronunciation of words ending in -ed in English can be really confusing.…
Happy -ED Endings: A Story About Pizza, Pets, and -ED Pronunciation
Every seasoned ESL teacher knows the good old -ED pronunciation rules. When a word ends…
Digital Flashcards Are Here, and I’m So Flipping Excited!
I recently transitioned to online teaching again, so I really needed a way to showcase…
How To Talk About Your Period in English. Yes, That Period.
Happy Women's Month! I am marking the occasion with an English lesson devoted entirely to…
Variations on 4 Card Games ESL Students Will Flip Over
Breaking News! ESL Students prefer playing games to studying grammar. Thanks, Captain Obvious. Now, let's…
Roadblocks To Reading in ESL and How To Pave The Way Toward Literacy
Every year, I do a New Year's Resolutions writing task. I ask my students what…
8 Flashy Ways To Use Flashcards for Online ESL
If you know how to use flashcards in online ESL classrooms, they can be fantastic…
The 30-Day English Challenge
Can I really improve my English in 30 days? Yes, you can! The 30-Day English…
Conversation Club: December 18, 2020
Do you want to know a secret? Learning English is nearly impossible if you don't…