☀☀Short StoryBut the OthersWhen Sue was eight years old, her school had Career Day, a day when parents come to class to talk…
☀InterviewLooking Ahead: 2021 SnapsAn interview with Monica on 2020 and 2021. First listen, then read the transcript. Repeat as needed.
☀ArticlePractice English from Home (for free!)Thanks to the Internet, studying at home has never been easier. If social distancing and staying at home have given…
☀DialogueCalling in Sick to WorkBob is feeling very sick. He is calling his boss, Natasha, to tell her that he cannot go to work today. …
☀☀☀Short StoryUnethical Practices in JournalismThis article demonstrates how passive voice and changes in verb tenses can be used to retell events that have happened…
☀ConversationParkingTwo friends are discussing parking arrangements, listen to the audio clip before reading the transcript. A: Did you park in…
☂Learning TipsWhat does “fluency” mean?“Fluency” is a word that used to scare me. I would pause before typing that word next to a language…
☀☀DialogueA Messy 4th of JulyMelany and her husband are hosting a July 4th barbecue. Jonathan: Hey honey… how’s the salad going?Melany: Great! Almost done with…
☀☀☀Short StoryBen’s Packing TipsMany of you have read the story of the time I procrastinated to pack and ended up missing my flight….
☀☀Short StoryThe Morning Routine of a Night OwlMartha has a consistent morning routine. Being a mother of two sons, and not exactly a morning bird, Martha set…
☀☀☀DebateDebate: Should individuals be fined for not recycling?With climate change on the rise, it is more important than ever to change wasteful habits. In some countries, you…
☀☀DialogueMaking a Doctor’s AppointmentAngela calls the doctor’s office to make an appointment for a physical exam. Mark: Hello, this is Dr. Williams’ office….
☀☀ArticleThe Pros & Cons of Solo TravelSolo travel, especially solo female travel, is marketed as an activity people should try at least once in their lives….
☂Learning TipsFalse Friends: Brazilian PortugueseBrazilian learners beware! English and Portuguese are full of words that appear to be the same, but unlike cognates(opens in…
☀ArticleMemorial Day: A New MeaningToday, many Americans will reflect on the lives of people who have died during military service. Normally, this paid holiday…
☀DialogueNew City, New FriendsAnna and Jason are meeting for the first time. Anna: Hello, are you Jason? Jason: Yes, I’m Jason. Nice to…
☀☀Short StoryNever or Forever?Penelope and Fredrick have been dating for two years. Tonight, on November 2, Penelope was planning on breaking up with…
