Lately, I have discovered a fascination with weird and wonderful animals that I never knew existed in me!
Here is a description of four animals and their amazing skills...this article has made me a bit nervous and I'm now going to check all the walls in my flat to make sure nothing can get in!
Read through the article and then answer the true or false questions below.
Lesson by Caroline
People who compete in sports have to be really motivated to achieve their goals and develop as athletes.
Motivation is also really important for people learning English.
This article gives some great tips on goal-setting and pushing yourself to get where you want to.
Read through the article and then fill the gaps with the correct vocabulary.
I have given you the definitions of the words to help you.
Lesson by Caroline
The good guys wear white, and the bad guys dress in black. That's the way it goes, and that's how you know who's who...
In England, it is custom for the bride to have a 'Hen-do' and the man to have a 'stag-do'.
It just happens that I am going to my first hen party this weekend!
Read the article about hen and stag do's and try and fit the vocabulary in the correct gaps.
Have you ever been to a hen or stag do? How did it go? Let us know!
Lesson by Caroline
Hey guess what it's nearly my birthday! Well...in October...Ok so it's not nearly my birthday but when it is please can one of you lovely people buy me one of these incredible cakes!
This article is all about a man who makes art works out of cakes!
Read the article and complete the gaps with the correct vocabulary.
Then go and buy yourself some cake.
Go on, you deserve it.
Lesson by Caroline Devane
People keep shouting 'chillax' at me as I run from job to job like a headless chicken.
I'd love to, honestly, but sometimes having five jobs can be very exhausting!
Unfortunately, this is clearly bad for my health and generally, the more relaxed we are, the more healthy and happy we are too.
Read through this article and see if you can fit the missing words in the correct gaps. Remember, don't stress if you find it difficult - chillax!
Here is a very practical example of reading practice in English.
Below is a job description for a job with a famous theatre located in the South of England.
When you apply for a job, you should always read the full job description, as it will give you details on what the employer is looking for and what your responsibilities will be.
Read through the following job description and then check your understanding by answering the true or false questions below.
Lesson by Caroline Devane
One of the biggest concerns for students is how they are going to budget when they're not working full time.
Here are some handy tips to help you save some cash! Read the article and fill the gaps with the correct vocabulary from the list.
Lesson by Caroline Devane
My lessons this week are focusing on the natural world and our beautiful planet.
Did you know that new animals are being discovered all the time? This article discusses some exciting recent discoveries.
Read through the article and then decide whether the statements below are true or false. From the statements, can you guess what my opinion of spiders might be...
Lesson by Caroline Devane
English is one of the most widely spoke languages in the world, and most businesses depend on their staff having a good level of English in order to progress in the cut and thrust world of trade today.
A German manufacturing company may need to deal with a Chinese import/export firm and it is not uncommon that English is the language used, not just for meetings and negotiation but socially too.
So what can students expect from a Business English course at EC?