Prototypes
Learn about prototype theory and how it applies to language learning.
Reading
Reading is a great way to learn new words. However, these texts do not teach the essential phonics skills needed for young learners. Duolingo ABC is good free program for learning this essential skill. You can find it in the Google Play and Apple App Stores.
Malee's Busy Week
Malee's Busy Week
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Malee is a busy student. On weekdays, she always wakes up at 6:30 AM. She usually eats breakfast before she goes to school. After school, she sometimes plays volleyball with her friends. She hardly ever watches TV on weekdays because she has a
Little Red Riding Hood
A Tale of Two Reds
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The classic story of Little Red Riding Hood presents its main character as a naive and passive victim who falls for the Big Bad Wolf's obvious tricks and must be saved. The "Fixed Fairy Tales" version radically reimagines this by
Making Fresh Water from the Sea
Our planet has a lot of water, but most of it is saltwater in the oceans. Humans cannot drink saltwater because it is too salty for our bodies.
Tip: Reading While Listening
The Secret Weapon for Mastering English
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To truly master English, you need to go beyond just memorizing grammar rules and vocabulary lists. A powerful theory from linguist Stephen Krashen states that we best acquire language through "comprehensible input." This means the real learning happens when you read
The Case of the Serpent's Eye
A short detective story with many examples of modals of certainty in use.
The Two Faces of Stress: From Foe to Friend
The Two Faces of Stress: From Foe to Friend
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We often think of stress as a purely negative force—a relentless pressure from work, finances, or family that leaves us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. This "bad stress," known as distress, is what we typically mean when we