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A literary trip to Yorkshire
“That was his most perfect idea of heaven’s happiness: mine was rocking in a rustling green tree, with a west wind blowing, and bright white clouds flitting rapidly above; and not only larks, but thro
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Become aware of your own reading, be a reading teacher
When we talk about extensive reading, we mainly focus on students' reading.
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Back to school: Plan ahead for success
A new school term has just begun bringing with its meetings, lots of planning and great expectations. How do you feel about the new term? Do you have any special plans?
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Making connections: Holidays and school
During the holiday months, we would like our students to relax but at the same time, they also need to stay motivated to use English.
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5 tips on reading with young learners during the holidays
The holiday season is here, and it is important for children to continue reading, both in their first, and foreign, languages.
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Making connections: through sharing ideas
When we thought about the past year, both on this blog and in our daily lives, one thing stood out as being especially important - the connections we forge and keep.
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Reading strategies: Working with genres to unlock texts
What are the most practical reading strategies you can share with your students?
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Time detectives – language detectives: using the Time Detectives series to engage your students
Time travel is a fascinating topic for younger and older students alike. Who hasn’t imagined going back in time or travelling into the future?
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Making connections: Language learning and the environment - Interview with Harry Waters
When we thought about the past year, both on this blog and in our daily lives, one thing stood out as being especially important - the connections we forge and keep.
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Reading strategies: Building background knowledge
What are the most practical reading strategies you can share with your students?
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Literary role models
Who was your role model as a child? Do you still have people you look up to and inspire you?
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Explore the world of Robin Hood
Say the name Robin Hood, and a series of ideas, images and connotations immediately come to mind.
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