Thoughts
Using Quotes to Practice and Improve English
“The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.” -Albert Einstein Not only are quotes inspirational and motivational, they can also be a great learning tool. Quotes can help you expand your vocabulary, show you grammar structures, and can give you practice with expressing your…
Read MoreOut in the Real World: Practical Language Learning
Hi all! Tell me about some of your recent activities out in the real world. Have you tried something new? Some things you can try: movies (English with English <or NO> subtitles), reading a local newspaper or magazine, taking a local tour, visiting museums (Balboa Park has tons!), listening to some local radio stations or…
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Did you give back today? Did you experience a random act of kindness? Share your experience!
Read MoreWhich quote is meaningful to you during this special week?
1) “Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” -Oprah Winfrey 2) “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” -J. F. Kennedy…
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