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British Inventions PART TWO: Intermediate & Advanced English Lesson

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE SECTION ONE Expressions:  INVENTING PART TWO Here are 5 expressions related to INVENTIONS along with their meanings and sample sentences: 1. ‘Hovering to New Heights‘ – encapsulating the invention of the hovercraft by […]

British Inventions part one: Intermediate & Advanced English Lesson

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE SECTION ONE Expressions:  INVENTING Here are 5 expressions related to INVENTIONS along with their meanings and sample sentences: 1. “To reinvent the wheel” – This expression is used to describe doing a lot […]

Let’s Travel to Northern Ireland: Improve Your English for Travel Part 4

Grammar included:  “Received Pronunciation”      More FREE grammar videos @TheTravellingEnglishTeacher   Sign up to Hyperwrite AI its very useful:  CLICK HERE New Vocabulary Section SECTION ONE Phrasal Verbs:  TRAVELLING BY MOTORCYCLE Here are 10 phrasal verbs related to motorcycle adventure traveling, along with their meanings and sample sentences: 1. Set off: Meaning – to […]

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 – […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Book Review Two: TREASURE ISLAND Robert Louis Stevenson 1883

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 read.  Reading expands your knowledge, […]

Book Review One: Animal Farm by George Orwell 1945

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 read.  Reading expands your knowledge, […]

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 […]

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

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 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Who were those three wise men that travelled to see baby Jesus REALLY?? […]

Who was Saint Nicholas ? (Santa Claus)

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 History of St. Nicholas and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Three stories you may have missed about CLIMATE CHANGE

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Don’t Forget To Visit Your Student FREE BOOKS store   (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   […]

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 […]

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 […]

Attempted Revolution in England 1605

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Attempted Revolution in England 1605 Remember, Remember, the 5th of November: The Tale of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot   Lesson Length: 90 minutes Introduction: As the bonfires light up and fireworks fill the skies every […]

A Short History of Israel and the Palestinian Opposition

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) The History of Israel and the Palestinian Opposition TWO HOUR ENGLISH LESSON INTRODUCTION: The history of Israel is a narrative charting the growth of a modern nation from an ancient past, reflecting a complex interplay between politics, […]

The Urban Tree: Harnessing the Power of Liquid Trees: Using Algae in Urban Areas to Combat CO2 Emissions

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Introduction: The world’s urban landscapes are constantly evolving as architects and engineers search for innovative ways to create sustainable environments. One increasingly popular solution is the incorporation of  “liquid trees,”  or algae, in our cityscapes to help […]

What were Brazil’s commitments’ at the Paris Agreement?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Introduction: When Brazil ratified the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, they made several commitments to mitigate climate change and adapt to its effects. Some of the key commitments include: 1. Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions: Brazil pledged […]

Understanding Net Zero and its Global Implications

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Understanding Net Zero and its Global Implications   Introduction: The term “Net Zero” has been making headlines in recent years as countries around the world pledge to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. But what exactly does […]

What we do in the UK: A look at occupations. NURSING

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) What we do in the UK: A look at occupations “NURSING” Introduction: Welcome to today’s English lesson, where we will explore the exciting world of occupations in the UK! We’ll be delving into various aspects of the […]

Pride in the Skies: A Look at the Distinguished Royal Australian Airforce F18 Pilots (English Lesson) Conditionals

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE)   Pride in the Skies: A Look at the Distinguished Royal Australian Airforce F18 Pilots. Teacher Prof. Steve W. Bradeley BSc (Hons) Introduction F18 fighter pilots are often considered the epitome of skill, bravery, and dedication. Among […]

Some UN good news

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Improve Your English Magazine October 2023 Issue “Discover ‘IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH MAGAZINE’, a comprehensive magazine designed to help English learners of all levels excel in their language journey. Packed with invaluable tips, engaging content, and interactive exercises, […]

Will it be possible to have babies in space?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Will it be possible to have babies in space?   Humans will travel to Mars within the next couple of decades. That’s according to Nasa, anyway. The ultimate goal? To live entirely independent of Earth. Scientists are […]

Are you a Hedgehog or a Fox?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Are you a Hedgehog or a Fox? In “The Hedgehog and the Fox,” the author uses the ancient Greek parable of the hedgehog and the fox as a metaphor to discuss different styles of thinking and intellectual […]

Are we related? 4000 years ago we probably had a common ancestor.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/ideas/videos/will-we-all-live-in-plyscrapers-in-the-future/p09k9z1g?playlist=what-will-the-future-be-like Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Are we related? 4000 years ago we probably had a common ancestor Introduction: In today’s ever-evolving world, medical advancements and technological innovations continue to dramatically influence human longevity. As the 21st century is underway, one cannot […]

“PLYSCRAPERS” Are wooden houses and buildings the answer to climate change?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/ideas/videos/the-22nd-century-people-living-among-us/p0f7sx0n?playlist=what-will-the-future-be-like Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) “PLYSCRAPERS” Are wooden houses and buildings the answer to climate change?   Constructed in 607AD in Nara, Japan, the Horyu-ji Temple holds the title of the world’s oldest surviving wooden building. Standing impressively at five storeys […]

The Boston Tea Party

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Improve Your English Magazine October 2023 Issue “Discover ‘IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH MAGAZINE’, a comprehensive magazine designed to help English learners of all levels excel in their language journey. Packed with invaluable tips, engaging content, and interactive exercises, […]

Fun with regional British accents

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) Introduction: The first thing to say about the term “British accents” is that this is an American concept that actually doesn’t exist. Because there is English English, Scottish English, Welsh English and Irish English. Each are separate […]

The Manx TT

A Short History of The Manx TT Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR   A Short History of The Manx TT Introduction: In the UK we love motorcycles and racing. Every year for three weeks we close […]

Who was Joseph Pilates?

Joseph Pilates English Lesson Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR Introduction: Joseph Pilates, a revolutionary fitness inventor and trainer, has left a lasting impact on the world of health and exercise. Known for developing the Pilates method, […]

India’s Moon Landing: Does this mean they are no longer a third world country?

India’s Moon Landing (Intermediate/Advanced) No longer a third world country Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR India’s Moon Landing “No longer a third world country” (Intermediate / advanced lesson) Introduction: India has recently made a remarkable achievement […]

How to insult someone in English

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR How to insult someone in English Introduction: There are irritating individuals, and then there are those who make you want to high-five their face with a chair. Usually, a middle finger […]

THIS WEEK’S BOOK REVIEW “The Hunt for the Auschwitz Butcher: Josef Mengele’s Life in Brazil (English Edition)”

  You can order this eBook from amazon.com.br or any other Amazon platform      CLICK HERE The Hunt for the Auschwitz Butcher Josef Mengele’s Life in Brazil REVIEW: ENGLISH The Hunt for the Auschwitz Butcher: Josef Mengele’s Life in Brazil is a gripping and insightful eBook that delves into the life of one of […]

The differences between the Brazilian Democracy System and the English Parliamentary System

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM   ENGLISH PARLIAMENTARY SYSTEM INTRODUCTION: ENGLISH SYSTEM The English democracy system can be briefly described as a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy. At the heart of this system is the […]

Who was Thomas Lovejoy?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM Lovejoy, who coined the term “biological diversity” — and was widely considered “the godfather of biodiversity” — was a member of Conservation International’s Leadership Council. Having held numerous posts in a career […]

Protecting the rainforest

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM Eight Amazonian nations on Tuesday agreed to create an alliance to protect the world’s largest rainforest, following decades of rising deforestation and warnings of a “tipping point” that could alter the […]

The Environmental Impact of Factory Farming Meat Production

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR   SECTION ONE:   Introduction: Factory farming, a method of mass-producing meat and animal products, has allowed us to produce food on an unprecedented scale. However, the environmental impact of this practice […]

The 1979 Meltdown (Three Mile Island)

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR The 1979 MELTDOWN: The story of Three Mile Island INTRODUCTION: If the events of March 28, 1979 hadn’t occurred, the Three Mile Island meltdown would never have become one of the […]

THE HISTORY OF UFOs with the perfect progressive tenses

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE) CLICK HERE TO GO TO AMAZON.COM.BR Unidentified Flying Objects: A Journey Beyond the Skies “All of the perfect tenses have been marked with colours” INTRODUCTION: Over the past century, UFO sightings have been capturing people’s imaginations, as […]

Who was Robert Oppenheimer?

Please share my lesson using your social media platforms. Use the links above. Student FREE Bookstore   (CLICK HERE)   https://www.fiverr.com/s/YDrPkl Want to read more?   DOWNLOAD HERE Amazon.com.br Books Robert Oppenheimer: The Father of the Atomic Bomb SECTION ONE: Robert Oppenheimer is a name that may not be immediately recognizable to many. However, his impact on […]