Things To Do For New Year’s Eve in Seattle
What is there to do for New Year’s Eve in Seattle besides watching the firework at midnight? Actually, there are quite a few activities. There are many parties to bring in …
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What to do for Christmas in Seattle
If you don’t have plans for the holidays, but would like to do something interesting, here are some ideas of what to do for Christmas in Seattle. In a previous article, …
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How To Understand Fast English Speakers
How to understand fast American English speakers is one of the most common questions from my students. And one of the more discouraging because you want to understand your co-workers right …
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How Confidence Affects Language Learning
Can confidence affect language learning? YES! Most definitely! Time and again, I have seen how confidence affects language learning positively. In this article, I will share examples of this, …
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Free English Learning Resources For ESL Students
There are quite a few free learning resources for ESL students who want to improve their English. Some do not have time to go to an ESL class or work with …
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What To Do For Your First American Thanksgiving Holiday
If this is your first Autumn in the U.S., you’ll be observing one of the most important holidays to Americans–Thanksgiving. Airports are busy with those flying home to celebrate with their …
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How To Make Friends In The Workplace For Immigrants
When immigrants move to a new country, they may not know how to make friends in the workplace. Maybe they are unsure about the customs. Or they worry that co-workers may …
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How To Relate To Your Boss For Immigrants
The topic of how to relate to your boss has seldom been addressed specifically for immigrants. That is because cultural beliefs vary. Eastern cultures, especially, regard hierarchy more than some …
How to Pronounce the Sounds r, p, v, and th for ESL Learners
There are several sounds that even seasoned English speakers as a second language have a little trouble with. It’s the sound “r”, “p”, “v”, and “th”. This article will help you …
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How To Survive Winter In Seattle
Seattle has attracted many newcomers because of its beauty. However, some may not be prepared for its weather. This article is a survival guide for Seattle winter. If you moved to …