Discover the story of Boudicca, the Warrior Queen who fought the Romans and how the Romans affected the English language.
Word Stories: Dogs
Learn the many different ways the word “dog” can be used in English.
Learning Strategies: Lots of drama
Let me introduce a great free resource that you can listen to anywhere to improve your English skills.
Reasons for English: The American century
At the beginning of the 20th century, English was not the most common 2nd language. But by the end of the century, it most definitely was, Find out the effect the USA had on English becoming so common.
Learning Strategies: Active reading
Find out how you can become an active reader and exploit the book you are using to learn as much as possible. And then, get two recommendations for great books you can read.
Word Stories: Placebo effect
The placebo effect is often associated with medicine and medical trials. Discover the surprising origin of this phrase and how you can use it.