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Friday, May 10th, 2013
Here is a fun way to introduce the English saying “The grass is always greener on the other side”. This fun story is an interesting way to explore the differences between “literal” and “figurative” language.
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013
A Canadian woman named Susan Griffiths traveled to Switzerland to die this week. She had a message for the Canadian government before she took her lethal cocktails.
Saturday, April 27th, 2013
John Oliver’s recent special related to the gun control debate in the US is full of examples of “sarcasm”. This video will get your students talking and will hopefully spark a debate.
Monday, April 15th, 2013
Many people are upset with what Justin Bieber wrote in the guest book at the Anne Frank House. What do your students think about it?
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013
The European Union has extended its animal-testing ban to its cosmetic industry trading partners. Teach your students some useful English vocabulary and collocations and get them talking (and debating)!
Monday, February 25th, 2013
Argo wins best picture at the Oscars. Find out what Jimmy Carter thinks of Ben Affleck’s fictionalized account of history.
Monday, February 4th, 2013
One minute the NRA is blaming video games for gun violence, and the next minute it is releasing a target shooting game in the App store. Do video games and gun control belong in the same debate?
Thursday, January 3rd, 2013
A paparazzo died trying to pursue Justin Bieber this week. The celebrity wasn’t even in the car. If you’re looking for something to talk about, this may be the topic of the week.
Wednesday, December 12th, 2012
Are you tired of talking about traditional sports in the classroom? Introduce your students to some fitness alternatives that will get them talking and moving!
Monday, November 19th, 2012
It’s anti-bullying week in the UK, and a recent survey suggests that bullies are robbing young people of their talents. Get your students talking about this issue, and help put a stop to this madness!
Here is a fun way to introduce the English saying "The grass is always greener on the other side". This fun story is an interesting way to explore the differences between "literal" and "figurative" language.
Do you or your students suffer from allergies? Listen to the podcast preview of our Health Matters lesson plan about allergy tests.
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