All about the vocabulary of cheese and speaking RP

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE New Vocabulary Section ——————————- Remember that during the lesson we are continuing our RP practice to be able to improve our pronunciation and diction. SECTION ONE CHEESEY  Vocabulary section: 1. Curds – Curds …

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The Value of Speaking Received Pronunciation to improve the clarity of your English: An exercise in pronouncing regular verbs

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION   ”Received Pronunciation” ——————————- Remember that during the lesson we are continuing our RP practice to be able to improve our pronunciation and diction. SECTION ONE Business Vocabulary section: 1. Acumen – …

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Examining Accents and Dialects: GEORDIE

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION   ”Received Pronunciation” ——————————- Remember that during the lesson we are continuing our RP practice to be able to improve our pronunciation and diction. Listen to this short video to help your …

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Examining Accents and Dialects. BIRMINGHAM

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION   ”Received Pronunciation” ——————————- Remember that during the lesson we are continuing our RP practice to be able to improve our pronunciation and diction. Listen to this short video to help your …

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Learning English with Movies 4: The Great Escape.

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION   ”Received Pronunciation” Received pronunciation, often abbreviated as RP, is a particular accent of standard English in the United Kingdom. Known also as “the King’s English” or “BBC English,” RP has been …

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Intermediate English: What Is Received Pronunciation

What Is Received Pronunciation And How Did It Become The Standard Accent Of The UK? Grammar included:  “CORRECTING the @ed” sounds”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE —————————————————– Only a fraction of people speak with the received pronunciation accent, and yet it is considered …

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Learning English with movies: Lesson three. ‘Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner’ 1967

Grammar included:  “Avoiding Repetition in English”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION   ‘Avoiding repetition in speaking and writing’ Utilizing a diverse vocabulary and varying sentence structure is paramount when crafting English prose. Reiteration of words or phrases can render writing monotonous …

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Learning English Podcast

On today’s podcast, many people around the world will celebrate the ‘Year of the Dragon’; record gambling expected for the Super Bowl; a listener’s question about the difference between ‘surge’ and ‘soar’; pt. three of ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ by Edgar Allan Poe on American Stories. Source link

In Bolivia, a ‘conservation mosaic’ gets another (big) piece

In the remote lowland forests of northwestern Bolivia, a small municipality has taken a big step to protect one of the Amazon’s most biodiverse regions.   With support from Conservation International, the municipality of Sena established a law to protect 452,639 hectares (1.1 million acres) of Amazon rainforest. The Gran Manupare Integrated Management Natural Area is …

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Learning English with popular movies 2: (CONDITIONALS) Cool Hand Luke: With Paul Newman

Grammar included:  “Using Conditionals in English”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE GRAMMAR SECTION First Conditional:        “If you go to the cinema tonight, I will go with you.”      Structure:  IF +  PRESENT VERB  +  WILL  + VERB  (Something …

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Learning English Podcast

On today’s podcast, remembering performing artist Chita Rivera; the Grammy Awards honor musical performers; we answer a listener’s question about dropped sounds and sound assimilation; then, part two of Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ on American Stories. Source link

Learning English with Popular Movies 1: TITANIC

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Understanding Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease) Advanced English Lesson 2

Grammar included:  “Adverbs”     Extra Free Videos   @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher Definition of   ” Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease)”   Introduction to :  Osteogenisis Imperfecta Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) or Brittle Bone Disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by fragile bones that are prone to breaking. This congenital condition affects around 1 in 20,000 people globally. This English …

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Book Review 6: Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe

“Robinson Crusoe”   by Daniel Defoe During 2024 we are going to do a series of English lessons related to famous authors and their books. One of the regular peices of advice I give to all of my students is that one of the best ways to advance your vocabulary and understand another culture is to …

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Fields Disease: Advanced English Lesson

Grammar included:  “Varied”     Extra Free Videos   @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher Definition of ” FIELDS DISEASE “ Introduction to Fields Disease: Fields’ Disease is an extraordinarily rare neuromuscular condition, with only two known cases worldwide. This mysterious and little-understood disorder affects primarily the motor neurons, which are responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement. In this English lesson, we’ll …

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11 Ways to Avoid Workplace Miscommunication

Small miscommunications are part of life—misunderstandings, misinterpretation, and omissions of information happen. But miscommunication in the workplace on a large scale is detrimental to productivity, efficiency, and morale. Opportunities for miscommunication at work abound, especially now that remote work and online collaboration are business norms. Fortunately, there are easy ways to sidestep misleading communication. Follow …

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Book Review 5: Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain

“Tom Sawyer”   by Mark Twain During 2024 we are going to do a series of English lessons related to famous authors and their books. One of the regular peices of advice I give to all of my students is that one of the best ways to advance your vocabulary and understand another culture is to …

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The Design Business: Advanced English lesson One. “Balancing Creativity and Profitability in a Design Company”

  Balancing Creativity and Profitability in a Design Company Grammar Review:   The perfect progressive tenses Introduction:  Present Perfect Progressive As an entrepreneur in the design industry, you may often find yourself grappling with the challenge of combining your creative instincts and the need to maintain profitability. Many professionals in this field  HAVE BEEN STRUGGLING  to …

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Hypokinetic Disease

Grammar included:  “Varied” Definition of “Hypokinetic Disease” Hypokinetic disease is a category of disorders characterized by insufficient or reduced movement and physical activity, often resulting in detrimental effects on an individual’s overall health and well-being. These diseases may include obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular disorders, and type 2 diabetes, and are often associated with sedentary lifestyles. By …

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Book Study 4: Frankenstein by Mary Shelly Intermediate/Advanced English Lesson

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Recent UFO Sightings: A Closer Look at Unexplained Phenomena

Introduction: In recent years, there has been a surge in reported UFO sightings, sparking growing interest and debate among believers and skeptics alike. In this blog post, we will delve into some of the most intriguing cases of recent UFO encounters, examine the possible explanations, and consider what these incidents might mean for our understanding …

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The Three Mile Island Nuclear Accident: A Look Back at the Disaster and Its Legacy

Introduction: In this blog post and book, we will take a closer look at the Three Mile Island nuclear accident, one of the most significant events in the history of nuclear power. We will examine the causes, events leading up to the disaster, and its long-lasting consequences. Want to know more? Download the book on …

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Book Study 3: Dracula by Bram Stoker

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When to Capitalize Job Titles and Positions

When should a job title be capitalized in a sentence? It’s a simple question with a less-than-simple answer. Sometimes job titles like “president,” “prime minister,” or even royal titles like “queen” use lowercase letters, but sometimes they’re capitalized, as in “President Lincoln” or “Prime Minister Sanchéz.” So how do you know when to capitalize job …

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Book Review Two: TREASURE ISLAND Robert Louis Stevenson 1883

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Book Review One: Animal Farm by George Orwell 1945

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Book Study: Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol. (Intermediate English Student)

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WW1 Christmas Eve Football Match

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) _______________________________________________________________________________ The story of the World War One Christmas Eve football match between the British and the Germans.   Introduction:  Let’s watch the short video first and answer the questions below. Questions: What is a truce? Which …

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Who were those three wise men that travelled to see baby Jesus REALLY??

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Why do we celebrate Christmas on 25th December? ( Intermediate English Lesson)

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Steve and Renata have another business UPCYCLING used denim clothing. You can find us on the links below.   VINTED.CO.UK     WEUPCYCLE.CO.UK __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Why do we celebrate Christmas on 25th December?   The celebration of Christmas …

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Who was Saint Nicholas ? (Santa Claus)

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What is the origin of the Christmas Tree?

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Things you didn’t know about modern-day Christmas

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Steve and Renata have another business UPCYCLING used denim clothing. You can find us on the links below. ETSY.COM    VINTED.CO.UK     EBAY.CO.UK      FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE     WEUPCYCLE.CO.UK __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: All of our English lessons …

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Can tree farms save the forests of Brazil?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Steve and Renata have another business UPCYCLING used denim clothing. You can find us on the links below. ETSY.COM    VINTED.CO.UK     EBAY.CO.UK      FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE     WEUPCYCLE.CO.UK ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Can tree farms save the forests …

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CONDITIONALS: The beginning of slavery Brazilian Black Awareness Day

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Studying Conditionals The Beginning of Slavery (The Brazilian Black Awareness Day) Conditionals Lessons:  First Conditional Worksheet   First Conditional Stories   Second Conditional Worksheet   Second Conditional Stories   Third Conditional Worksheet   Third Conditional Stories   Conditional Structures Conditionals in English: In …

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The Beginning of Slavery (The Brazilian Black Awareness Day)

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Steve and Renata have another business UPCYCLING used denim clothing. You can find us on the links below. ETSY.COM    VINTED.CO.UK     EBAY.CO.UK      FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE     WEUPCYCLE.CO.UK The Beginning of Slavery (The Brazilian Black …

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Animal Vocabulary English lesson (Collective Nouns)

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The Sixth Extinction: Unraveling the Secrets of a Fast-Approaching Crisis: Advanced English Lesson

______________________________________________________ The Sixth Extinction: Unraveling the Secrets of a Fast-Approaching Crisis   Introduction In the course of Earth’s history, there have been five major extinction events, during which a large number of species vanished from our planet. Today, we are on the brink of what is now known as “The Sixth Extinction.” In this English …

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Countries agreed to protect 30% of the planet. Now what?

More than six months ago, nearly every country on Earth signed on to the most ambitious plan ever to protect nature — a sweeping framework that aims to conserve 30 percent of the planet’s land and waters by 2030.  It’s an unprecedented agreement. So, what’s next? As nations kickstart their efforts toward what’s known as …

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World falling well short of climate goals, new report finds

The results are in on the world’s first climate change progress report: Drastic improvement is needed — and fast. The report, released Friday, is the technical synthesis report from the Paris Agreement’s Global Stocktake process, which is designed to evaluate the global response to the climate crisis every five years. The report will inform critical …

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Three stories you may have missed about CLIMATE CHANGE

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INDIA: “From Spices to Spirituality: Uncovering the Many Facets of India’s Heritage”

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Steve and Renata have another business UPCYCLING used denim clothing. You can find us on the links below. ETSY.COM    VINTED.CO.UK     EBAY.CO.UK      FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE     WEUPCYCLE.CO.UK   _________________________________________________________________ “From Spices to Spirituality: Uncovering …

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DIWALI: The Indian festival of light November 12th 2023

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) _______________________________________________________________________________ DIWALI:  The Indian festival of light Practicing Direct and Indirect speech Introduction: Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India. People from different …

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