Pronunciation
Buying a Dress
Three friends are shop. One of them finds a dress that she likes, but it is too expensive.
English
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Education
English Motivations
English learning0:00/2:241× As new English speakers, I’m sure you already know that it is a useful skill. However, it takes a lot of time and effort to progress to an advanced level. Here are a few reminders to help you stay motivated. English is the language
Dialogue
Getting an Oil Change (L2)
Listen0:00/120.781× Read with Language Reactor Customer: Hi, I'm here for a routine oil change. Mechanic: Great, welcome. Have you been here before? Customer: No, this is my first time. I just moved to the area and needed to find a new mechanic. Mechanic: Okay, well
Pets
Pet Rabbits
Listen0:00/1:311× If you're thinking about getting a rabbit, there are a few things to keep in mind. Firstly, rabbits aren't like dogs or cats - they have different needs and behaviors. For example, rabbits need a spacious and safe cage or enclosure that
English
The Scientific Method
The scientific method is a way to ask and answer scientific questions by making observations and doing experiments. It consists of six simple steps: 1. Ask a question or identify the problem you would like to solve. 2. Make observations and do research about your topic. 3. Form a hypothesis.
Spanish Source
AI Intimacy (L2)
Listen0:00/48.6721× Read with Language Reactor I’s mastery of language could allow it to influence human opinions and worldviews, even to the point of creating false intimacy with humans. The article discusses how AI could use its ability to manipulate language to entangle intimate relationships with people
English
Groupthink
Groupthink is when people in a group all start to think the same way and agree with each other, even if it's not the best decision. This can happen because people don't want to disagree with their friends or because they don't want to
News
Can We Live Forever?
Easier Version Longevity escape velocity (LEV) is an idea that says we might be able to live forever if science can find ways to help us live longer faster than we get older. This means that for every year we live, science could help us live more than one year
News
Narcissism
Easier Version: Social media has made people think that being self-centered is common. People want to get likes and positive comments on social media, and this can make them act in a self-centered way. This is called narcissism. Some people have a problem called “narcissistic personality disorder.” They care more
News
Why do Small Dogs Live Longer?
Easy Version Small dogs live longer than big dogs. This is different from other animals where big animals usually live longer. People have made big dogs bigger by choosing which dogs have babies. This has made big dogs get sick more easily. Big dogs get sick more because their bodies
News
Work Satisfaction
The age gap in work satisfaction is a major factor in the post-pandemic work experience, according to a Pew Research Center survey. Workers 65 and older are more likely to be highly satisfied with their jobs, their co-workers, their duties, and their career prospects than workers 18 to 29. Workers
Spanish
Max and Koda (L3)
Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Max who lived on a small island off the coast of Indonesia. Max was a curious and adventurous child, always exploring the rugged terrain of his island home. One day, while exploring a dense jungle, Max stumbled upon a baby
English
Let it Blow
A children's story about a fart that destroyed a playground.
English
The Mysterious Newcomer (Part 4)
The vampire explained that they were friendly vampires and they only drank tomato juice instead of blood. They also liked to listen to spooky music and wear black clothes because it made them feel cool. Sara and her friends were amazed and curious. They asked the vampires lots of questions
English
Vocabulary in Context (L2)
As a language learner, you may have come across the term “learning vocabulary in context.” But what does it mean and why is it important for language learning? Learning vocabulary in context means acquiring new words and phrases by encountering them in a meaningful setting, rather than just memorizing them
English
The Mysterious Newcomer (Part 3)
Sara knocked on the door of the house next door. She waited for a few seconds, but no one answered. She tried again, louder this time. Finally, the door opened slowly. Sara gasped when she saw who was standing there. It was a person with pale skin and pointy teeth.