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...
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Since their vocabulary is still relatively small, many English learners tend to fall back on the same terms over and...
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Whether in free-talk lessons or when discussing a Daily News article, you'll have plenty of opportunities to exchange opinions with...
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Mix it Up: Presenting Alternatives for "Sometimes"
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Hot Under the Collar: English for Anger (With Discussion Questions)
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For everyone, there are times when we don't quite understand what has been said to us. Those of us who...
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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...
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