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25/07/2025
Want to take your presentations to the next level? 👀 Check out these 5 phrases that will captivate your audience and leave a lasting impression. 🎤
Head over to our blog post (link in bio) for additional tips on delivering engaging presentations! 🚀
23/07/2025
How many of these tongue twisters can you say correctly? 🤔
Share these with your friends and family to see who can pronounce them the best. 😄
21/07/2025
🌍 Topic: The Most Common Idioms
Special Guest:
It’s raining cats and dogs?! 🐱🐶
Idioms can be confusing—but also super fun once you understand them! Join our idiom-filled adventure with , where we’ll explore the weirdest and most useful idioms you actually hear in everyday English.
🎥 Live on Facebook & YouTube
🗣️ Speak more naturally
😂 Laugh and learn at the same time
🚀 Great for boosting your speaking confidence
21/07/2025
🎶📚 Did you know that listening to songs is a fantastic way to learn English? 🎧🎵 Have you ever tried immersing yourself in English songs and learning the meaning behind the lyrics?
Share your favourite English songs with us and let's help each other learn and grow! 🌱🤝
17/07/2025
The 17th of July is World Emoji Day, and we wanted to do something to celebrate! 🎉
We've turned some of our favourite graded readers into emoji riddles. Can you guess what they are in the comments? 📚😎
16/07/2025
In many countries across the globe, July is National Picnic Month! 🧺🌞 Let's celebrate by brushing up on our picnic-related vocabulary! 🍉🍔
From 'basket' to 'blanket', you'll learn everything you need to know to have a successful outdoor gathering. 🤩
14/07/2025
🧩 Topic: Prepositional Phrases
Special Guest:
In, on, at... wait, WHAT?! 🤯
Prepositions love to play tricks—but not anymore! Join us and for a super fun, clear breakdown of prepositional phrases. You’ll finally get when to say "on the weekend" vs. "at the weekend" (and so much more).
🎥 Live on Facebook & YouTube
🧠 Learn the easy way
💬 Practice with real examples
👋 Ask questions live!
14/07/2025
Did you know that groups of animals have special names? It's time to test your knowledge! 🧠💡
Can you correctly identify the collective nouns for each of the animals pictured? 🤔💬 Let's find out! 🕵️♀️🔍
10/07/2025
Struggling with your essays? We've got you covered! 🎉
Discover the best ways to craft effective essays with these essential tips! ✍️ Share your favourite tips in the comments!
Head over to our blog post for an in-depth guide on essay writing (link in bio)!
09/07/2025
Prepositions can be tricky, but they’re essential for clear communication! How confident are you with your prepositions? Rate yourself from 1 to 10 and share your thoughts in the comments below! 🤔📚✨
07/07/2025
🎤 Topic: The Most Common Mistakes in English
Special Guest:
We’re going live with the amazing to uncover the most common mistakes English learners make—and how to avoid them! Expect practical tips, funny examples, and plenty of “Wait… I do that too!” moments. You’ll walk away feeling more confident (and a little entertained)!
🎥 Live on Facebook & YouTube
✅ Free and open to all
👥 Perfect for learners of every level
📚 Come ready to learn and laugh!
04/07/2025
Exciting news for all English learners! 🎉
We know the holidays are here, and it can be hard to stay on track with your English learning. But don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with seven live sessions throughout July and August to help you stay motivated and continue developing your language skills. 🙌
We’re thrilled to invite you to these free, interactive lessons, where you can learn directly from our teachers and ask your questions in real-time.
Make sure you follow us on YouTube () and Facebook so you don’t miss out!
Can’t join live? No problem. We’ll share the recordings so you can catch up at any time. Comment "I’ll be there!" if you’re planning to join. 💬
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