Grammar is tricky, especially learning how to use articles. My English learners at the college level often don’t add “the” or add an unnecessary “a” in front of a word. […]
Shelly Sanchez Terrell
Readers and Writers Gather at the Hay Festival in Wales
In May and June readers and writers around the world gather in Wales to share stories at the Hay Festival. There are several events for families, children, and adults. Hay […]
Featured Book! Her Own Worst Enemy is a Play and a Curriculum for English Learners
Her Own Worst Enemy by Alice Savage is a play, but it’s also a complete curriculum for English learners! Aida is a high-school senior who is trying to choose a university […]
Ways to Adapt the Textbook, American #TESOL Webinar
A textbook or course book is another tool in a teacher’s instructional kit. Most theorists agree teachers should adapt the textbook to better support their learners. Teachers need to know […]
The White Nights Festival Celebrates Opera, Ballet, and Music
One of the most spectacular festivals, White Nights, is held In St. Petersburg, Russia from May to July. Opera and ballet performances take place every night at the Mariinsky Theatre […]
Featured App! English Learning for Children with Shine On, Megabyte iOS App
Every month we feature our favorite web tools and apps for English language learners and teachers. This month we are highlighting the free Shine On, Megabyte iOS app. Megabyte is a virtual […]
May 5th, 2021 is Cinco de Mayo in Mexico!
Cinco de Mayo, “May 5th,” is celebrated each year in Puebla, Mexico with a famous parade and festivities. The celebration commemorates the victory during the Battle of Puebla in 1862. […]
10 Podcasts to Inspire English Language Teachers
One of the best way to stay motivated and get new ideas for teaching English learners is by listening to podcasts. While you cook, travel, lay on the beach or […]
Superhero Activities and Resources for Young English Learners, American #TESOL Webinar
Learners of all ages love superheroes. In our recent webinar, Invincible! Superhero Activities and Resources for Teaching Young English Learners, we share numerous superhero inspired activities and lesson ideas to […]
The Amsterdam Celebration Worthy of an Orange King!
In April people in Amsterdam wear orange in honor of King’s Day, the birthday of Willem-Alexander of the House of Orange. The “vrijmarkt,” one of world’s largest flea markets, is […]