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My Experience In Languages: An Overview
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

My Experience In Languages: An Overview

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

As a language educator, I strongly believe that it is important to have a passion for language learning and communication. This passion must go beyond the…

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New Year, New You!
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

New Year, New You!

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Yes, I understand that this expression is usually reserved for more physical changes, but why can’t we become a newer version of ourselves intellectually or mentally, too? After all…

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Boxing Day
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Boxing Day

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Every December 26th is a holiday known as Boxing Day in British Commonwealth nations, such as Canada. This holiday is considered the second day of Christmastide, otherwise known as…

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Book: “Mean Baby”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Book: “Mean Baby”

—| C1-C2 (intermediate to advanced) |—

“Mean Baby” by Selma Blair is a non-fiction work of literature belonging to…

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April Fools’ Day In Canada

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

Every April 1st is a holiday in Canada that is equally observed by both the Anglophone and Francophone regions of the country. Do you know how Canadians celebrate this day…?

to love on

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Phrasal verbs are often used in English communication, particularly in informal situations. This phrasal verb, “to love on,” is especially common among friends and family in real life, on social media, and in film. Typically, it refers to…

mother vs. mom vs. mommy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many English learners make is confusing the words, “mother,” “mom” and “mommy.” These words refer to the same person, but they do not mean the same thing…

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