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Daily News 10k Campaign Progress Report

In June 2024, we celebrated a big moment in the history of our popular Daily News study materials: we published...

David

• Our Materials
• Updates

What Students Actually Mean by the Word “Foreigner” (And What They Could Say Instead)

Do the example sentences above sound familiar? You’ve probably noticed that our students use the word “foreigner” quite commonly. But...

Frances Chan

• Curiosity
• Vocab & Expressions

Upcoming Holiday: Lunar New Year 🎉

Many of our students will be celebrating the Lunar New Year in the next few days.  But what does the...

Frances Chan

• Conversation

Free Conversation Questions for Valentine's Day

Originating in the UK, Valentine's Day as we know it now has spread around the world. Your students probably know...

David

• Conversation

Free-Talk Discussion Questions for Students With Olympic Fever

The Olympics are here again, and this time it's the chillier, winter variety.  The 2026 Games will take place primarily...

David

• Advanced Learners
• Beginners & Kids
• Conversation

Explaining the Difference: "For" and "Since"

The differences between "for" and "since" are often subtle. To help clear up any confusion students may experience when using...

David

• Grammar
• Online Tutoring

On the House: Share These Alternatives for "Free" (With Discussion Questions)

“Free” is a word that usually gets people’s attention quickly! But do your students know any other ways to express...

David

• Vocab & Expressions

Why “Repeat After Me” Doesn't Improve Pronunciation

You’re reading out some expressions for the student to repeat after you. In your opinion, which of the following is...

Frances Chan

• Pronunciation

How to Make Students Feel More Comfortable in Online Classes

No matter the activity, people tend to do their best when they’re feeling comfortable. So a big part of online...

David

• Online Tutoring

How to Motivate Students Who Feel Like They Aren't Improving

Many students begin studying English with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. But learning a new language isn't easy, and many...

David

• Advanced Learners
• Online Tutoring

Free Conversation Topics for the Holiday Season [Updated]

Upcoming holidays make great free-talk topics. With this in mind, we've put together some questions and discussion points to get...

David

• Conversation
• Curiosity