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A solid command of verb tenses is necessary for effective communication in English. However, why do verb tenses matter so much in English? One cannot accurately convey their meaning if the past, present, and future are not used appropriately. The verb’s indicated time of action is indicated by the tense. The primary tense in English for discussing the past is the simple past tense. Although its meaning is fairly clear-cut and easy, language learners may find it challenging to form. The primary challenge is the abundance of irregular verbs in the Simple Past Tense. All of these verbs must be learnt by heart by the students. Use this ebook to teach your students about the Simple Past Tense. You can teach them how the tense is formed correctly, when it is used, and most importantly, how not to confuse it with other past tenses of the English language. Happy teaching!

How do you teach prepositions? If you are an English language teacher, sooner or later you will need to teach prepositions to your students. Prepositions are one of the building blocks of the English language (or any language for that matter). They are the words that help us build meaningful sentences in the context of space and time. It is therefore imperative that students learn from a very young age how to use them properly. What is inside this eBook? There are millions of textbooks and grammar books out there that contain grammar exercises and practice activities on prepositions. This is not one of them. This eBook will give you ideas on how to teach prepositions creatively. It will show you how to create your own activities using materials you have available. Most importantly, it will give you suggestions on how to teach prepositions using the four skills, so that your students will stay interested and motivated.

100 of the most common idioms of the English language For learners of all levels With Comprehension Activities and Key For classroom use as well as self-studying When learning a foreign language, idioms are crucial. They are what separates a native speaker from a non-native speaker. Idioms have subtle language nuances that all learners should be aware of. They also carry cultural connotations and meanings; you can tell a lot about a country and its language from its idioms. As a teacher, don’t be afraid to expose your students to idioms. They are the backbone of the language (of any language, especially the English language). Idioms are also very memorable. They create mental pictures which are often quite unusual, hence easy to remember: just imagine raining cats and dogs, an elephant in a room, or throwing out the baby with the bath water. Even the youngest of students can remember them.

This is the second book of the four-book series ‘100 English Idioms You Need To Know’. Inside you will find 100 more idioms of the English language in alphabetical order. They are all followed by a short and precise definition and an explanatory example. At the end of the book you will find 40 activities: 20 gap-fill and 20 multiple choice type questions. These activities will help your students practise what they have learned and consolidate knowledge of the idioms. Finally, the last two pages of the book contain the key with the answers to the activities. It is needless to mention the importance of learning the idioms of the English language, Being proficient with idioms is not only a prerequisite skill for every language learner, but it is also a confidence booster and another step towards language acquisition and consolidation. We hope you will have fun teaching idioms to your English classes!

This is the fourth and last book of the series ‘100 English Idioms You Need To Know’. If you have reached this far, you probably know what this series is about. A few words about idioms Idioms enhance your general fluency in English. Knowing common idioms makes it easier to comprehend native speakers and increases your enjoyment of English-language media, such as songs and movies. Idioms are widely utilized in media, literature, and everyday speech. Your English sounds more expressive and natural when you use idioms. They give your writing and voice more individuality and color. Acquiring knowledge of idioms is an excellent method to increase your vocabulary and enhance your English communication skills. About this book This final book on idioms will give you 100 more idioms to teach your students. As always, there are 40 practice activities at the end of the book and the relevant key. Happy teaching!

We have spoken about the importance of idioms in the previous two books of this series.Idioms improve communication by enabling you to communicate subtleties and deeper meanings that plain language cannot. When idioms are used effectively, communication becomes more captivating, engaging, and successful. Idioms reveal a person’s familiarity with English-speaking culture. Acquiring knowledge of idioms demonstrates a respect for the culture and principles inherent in the language. For instance, the expression “to pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was first used in America in the 19th century and still refers to bettering your circumstances on your own. Idioms are a fundamental component of language. Idioms having metaphorical connotations are genuinely present in many commonplace English expressions. Acquiring knowledge of idioms is essential to mastering the English language. In this third book of the Idioms series you will find 100 more idioms to teach your students, followed by 40 exercises and their answers as usual. Enjoy!

The Christmas season isn’t finished without watching this holiday classic! It revolves around a child’s naive desire for his family to vanish. When they inadvertently abandon him, it backfires and forces him to grow up quickly, enabling him to protect his home from two burglars. All of this leads him to understand how deeply he loves and misses his family, revealing the true essence of the Christmas holidays. In summary, with imaginative traps, excellent humor, meaningful themes, and a well-crafted narrative, this story will lead you to reconsider wanting to grow up too quickly. It effortlessly combines humor, suffering, feelings, human instinct, and clever booby-traps into a single compact package. This movie has remarkably withstood the passage of time. The tasks in this ebook are intended to be completed after watching the film, and they focus on practicing different abilities. The solutions can be found at the conclusion of the worksheet.

Get ready for an exciting Romeo and Juliet escape room! Students work in small teams to help Romeo and Juliet meet before Juliet’s wedding to Paris. They must solve a series of puzzles, each one based on the play. First, students decode a secret letter using numbers and letters. Then, they match characters with their correct descriptions. They unscramble famous lines from the play and choose the right potion to help Juliet fake her death. In another challenge, students sort characters into the Montague and Capulet families. Each puzzle brings them closer to the final clue. The activities are fast, fun, and full of teamwork. Students need to read carefully, think critically, and work together under pressure. Each puzzle ties directly to the characters, themes, and events from Romeo and Juliet, helping students review the story in a creative way. The escape room is in PowerPoint format. It can be used digitaly or printed out. No internet connection is required. All answers are provided.

Teach your young students the names of the 30 most common vegetables with this set of interactive flashcards! You can use them in one of two ways: either printed out or digitally. They are in PowerPoint format. The first click produces the image and the first letter of the vegetable’s name; the second click reveals the whole word; with the third click, you can hear the pronunciation as well. No internet connection is required. The words appear in alphabetical order. Here is the full vegetable list: artichoke arugula asparagus aubergine bean beetroot broccoli cabbage carrot cauliflower celery chili corn cucumber dill garlic leek lettuce mushroom olive onion parsley pea pepper potato spinach spring onion tomato turnip zucchini

Teach your classes sports vocabulary with this comprehensive set of interactive flashcards. They are in Microsoft PowerPoint format, and they can be used either digitally or printed. If you decide to use them digitally, the first click every time shows the picture and the first letter of the sport’s name. The second click reveals the whole name of the sport. Upon the third click, you can listen to the pronunciation of the word as well. The slides are of course editable, should you wish to make any changes. No internet connection is required. The following sports are included in alphabetical order: archery badminton baseball basketball cricket cycling decathlon discus diving football golf handball hammer throwing heptathlon high jump hockey hurdles hurling ice hockey javelin long jump marathon pole vault polo rowing rugby shooting shot put skating skiing swimming table tennis taekwondo tennis triple jump volleyball water polo weight lifting wrestling wind surfing

Every stage of the classroom can benefit from the usage of flash cards, which are a very practical tool. Once students are comfortable with the exercises used in class, they can be distributed to early finishers for use in small groups. They are also an excellent approach to introduce, practice, and reuse language. This flashcard set is especially designed to teach the vocabulary of fruit to young learners. There are 30 flashcards in total, displaying not only the most common fruit, but most exotic ones as well. They can be used in two ways, totally offline: Digitally Show them on your device (computer, laptop, IWB, projector, tablet, etc.). The first click shows the picture and the first letter of the word. The second click reveals the full name of the fruit. The third click plays the audio, so you can here the word pronounced correctly. You don’t need an internet connection for any of these. Printed Alternatively, you can save this as a PDF file, print it out and use the flashcards in your classes.

This comprehensive guide is designed to explore the integration of music into English language instruction, aiming to transform traditional teaching methods by leveraging the power of music. By exploring various dimensions of music’s role in education, this book provides practical strategies, theoretical insights, and hands-on activities that can be used to enrich language learning experiences. The book targets educators at different levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced—equipping them with tools to enhance student engagement, foster language development, and promote cultural awareness through music. Music’s appeal is universal and its impact on learning profound. Through structured and creative integration of music into English language lessons, this book seeks to demonstrate how music can be used to address various educational objectives, from improving linguistic skills to enhancing cultural understanding. The following sections will delve into the underlying principles, practical applications, and potential challenges of using music as a pedagogical tool in the English language classroom.

This ebook offers 5 complete Practice Tests for the Cambridge English B2 First exam - Writing. Example responses are given at the conclusion of each exam. What is included in the Writing paper? In the two sections of the B2 First Writing exam, students must demonstrate their ability to compose various types of texts in English. Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes Total questions: Section 1: one mandatory question, Section 2: one question from a selection of three options. Forms of tasks: Articles, emails, essays, letters, reports, reviews. Section 1 (Mandatory) What does Part 1 contain? An essay title is provided along with two concepts that are directly associated with it. Compose an essay expressing your views on the topic, utilizing the provided ideas. You are required to incorporate a third, distinct concept of your own that is related to the title. The topic will be one of broad appeal – no expert knowledge will be required. What should I work on practicing? Employing language functions, like assessing, sharing viewpoints, theorizing, defending, and convincing. How many questions are there? One mandatory question. How much am I required to write? 140–190 words Section 2 (Writing task based on a situation) What is included in Part 2? You create a document from a selection of formats – article, email/letter, report, or review. To assist your writing, you will receive details regarding context, topic, intent, and intended audience. What should I practice? Composing various kinds of text that might be part of the exam. What is the total number of questions? One task to choose from a selection of three. How much writing am I required to do? 140–190 words

Phrasal verbs are so common in English. They are also necessary to speak the language naturally. They all combine a verb with a preposition (or two). What makes them difficult to learn for some students is the fact that they often have a meaning totally different to the meaning of the base verb that forms them. However, they are an integral part of the English language, and they are especially useful for oral communication. What is more, when you master phrasal verbs, you can also master idioms with ease, and everyday language is no longer a problem. We have gathered the 500 most common phrasal verbs of the English language in this ebook. They are presented alphabetically for easier reference, and contain definitions and examples for each one of them. You can use this as a teaching tool, as a reference book, or as a revision resource. The choice is yours. Enjoy teaching!

The Secret of Star Hill is an exciting graded reader for young learners aged 9–12. It is perfect for A2-level English students. The story follows Lena and Tom, two curious children who love adventure. One night, they ride their bikes up Star Hill and meet a friendly alien named Zuri. He needs help to fix his spaceship and return home. Together, the children and Zuri go on a journey through a dark forest and a scary cave. This story teaches values like friendship, teamwork, and courage. It also helps children talk about feelings such as fear, surprise, and happiness. The book uses simple words and short sentences. It supports reading skills and builds confidence in English. Beautiful cartoon-style illustrations bring the story to life. At the end, learners will enjoy fun activities to check understanding and use new words. The Secret of Star Hill is not just a story—it’s a great way to inspire young learners and show that helping others makes a big difference. A great choice for class or home reading!

Mia and the Magic Flower is a heartwarming picture book that celebrates kindness, perseverance, and the power of community through the eyes of a young girl named Mia. When Mia plants a mysterious seed given to her by her grandmother, she learns that patience, hope, and a caring heart can blossom into something extraordinary. As the tiny sprout grows into a wondrous tree with glowing silver flowers, it transforms not just Mia’s world—but the entire village. Children will be captivated by the rich, textured illustrations that bring each joyful and emotional moment to life. From laughter and teasing to triumph and celebration, Mia’s journey mirrors challenges every child faces—and reminds us that even the smallest hands can make the biggest difference. Perfect for ages 4–8, Mia and the MagicFlower is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom inspiration, or as a gift for budding nature lovers and dreamers. This beautifully illustrated tale encourages empathy, resilience, and the joy of giving back to your community. Let Mia’s story plant a little magic in your heart.

B2 First is a test of all areas of language ability. The exam is made up of four papers developed to test your English language skills. Reading and Use of English Shows you can deal confidently with different types of text, such as fiction, newspapers and magazines. Tests your use of English with tasks that show how well you can control your grammar and vocabulary. What’s in the Reading and Use of English paper? The B2 First Reading and Use of English paper is in seven parts and has a mix of text types and questions. For Parts 1 to 4, you read a range of texts and do grammar and vocabulary tasks. For Parts 5 to 7, you read a series of texts and answer questions that test your reading ability and show that you can deal with a variety of different types of texts. This ebook contains 5 full practice tests for the Reading & Use of English part of the B2 First exam. The answers are provided after each test.

The Benefits of Reading for English Language Learning In a world of screens, monitors, laptops, tablets, smartwatches and everything in between, reading is the most essential skill. From emails to text messages, and from social media to internet browsing, reading is the skill most used to communicate and understand the world around us. It is therefore imperative for English students to be able to understand reading texts of all kinds, as well as interact with them. Contents of the book The 120 reading activities included in this book aim to help students of all CEFR levels perfect their reading skills. Teacher profiles Ideal for novice teachers who may not have much access to reading resources, but also for experienced teachers who want to up their game with modern resources.

The Vital Role of Writing in English Language Learning In today’s world, English language learners are required more than ever to demonstrate writing skills. Think of text messages, social media comments, product reviews, and of course emails, for starters. We communicate more and more with people who are farther and farther away from our home, and we do this mostly in writing. What is contained in the book? With 120 writing exercises, the book is aimed at helping students of all ages and skill levels improve their reading comprehension. To help teachers select the best materials for their students’ level, they are divided into categories based on the CEFR. Additionally, example responses are included after each one so that students know exactly what is expected of them. For whom is this book intended? If you’re a novice instructor and require an organized approach to writing by CEFR level, this book can be quite beneficial.

A few words about Speaking Out of the four skills (Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing), speaking is the one skill learners need more when it comes to proving they have learnt a new language. This is because speaking is a productive skill. Learners do not simply receive information and try to process it; they are required to process information and knowledge they already possess in order to produce new language and communicate. So, how do you get your students speaking? Most textbooks contain structured activities that practice speaking based on the topics and content of each unit. However, it is good to deviate from the book into freer conversation. Students are always more motivated when the activity is more relevant to them. This ebook comes to fill this gap. It offers you 20 speaking activities for every CEFR level (120 in total), which can be used whenever you want to engage your students in a free communicative practice. So, start speaking!