Dec 15
On the average, five times as many people read the headline as read the body copy. When you have written your headline, you have spent eighty cents out of your dollar. —David Ogilvy Indeed, headlines are arguably more important than the article itself… They need to be tricky, unique, creative, super-clickable, irresistible and even sexy:) …
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Dec 06
The Peanuts Movie hit theaters in November, so let’s take a peek at the trailer showcasing all the lovable characters! Scroll down for a quick vocabulary quiz & have fun! Level: B1 and above DO THIS QUICK VOCABULARY QUIZ using words from the video! If you like or website, …
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Oct 19
Ever heard of WaNeLo? If you haven’t, watch the interview with the founder of one of the most promising start-ups in the enchanting world of shopping & improve your English at the same time! TEACHERS: Click here to download the complete lesson plan! WORDS TO KNOW – Vocabulary building & Listening comprehension Find the …
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Oct 15
It’s been a long time in the making, but the new FB buttons are finally being tested in Spain and Ireland. According to Mark Zuckerberg, the new buttons will help FB users express their emotions in a more sophisticated way, for example, show understanding, compassion and empathy. Level: B1 and above TIP: Print this page …
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Oct 14
The next time you look down on someone for worrying, you might want to remember they’re probably a freaking genius. I feel so much better about being a worry-wart – let’s hope the genius part will kick in sometime soon… Until then, let’s enjoy this interesting article about why worriers may be creative geniuses! Level: …
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Oct 11
Would you like to write effective emails? Here is a start: let’s learn what NOT to do! Level: B2 and above Focus: Reading comprehension & vocabulary Read the article and match the underlined words to their synonyms. Five Rude Emails You Send Every Day by Travis Bradberry Even the most likeable and well-mannered among …
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Sep 30
Are you a coffee-lover like me? Did you know that September 29 is National Coffee Day in the US? Here are some cool facts about coffee rounded up by Yahoo Health & a quick vocabulary building matching exercise by EU English! Enjoy! Level: B1 and above WORDS TO KNOW – Match the words to …
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Sep 29
Breaking news – NASA announcement: Liquid water found on Mars, so is there life beyond Earth? Read the report and build your English vocabulary. Level: B2 and above Liquid water exists on Mars, boosting hopes for life there, NASA says By Michael Pearson, CNN Potentially life-giving water still flows across the ancient surface of …
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Sep 28
Before the sun went down all the way on the 27th, I looked up and saw the moon – it was an amazing sight! Did you see it too? Here is what it is in a nutshell with the key words explained! Level: B1 and above Supermoon eclipse around the world Stargazers were treated to …
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Sep 26
Jennifer Lopez was named Global Advocate for girls and Women by the UN Foundation. What do you think? Is she a good role model for women? Why? Who would you name? Level: B1 and above QUOTE OF THE DAY Jennifer Lopez: “I am happy to be joining the UN Foundation and eager to lend my …
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