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Game: “What’s Yours Like?”
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Game: “What’s Yours Like?”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

While playing “What’s Yours Like?”, there are a variety of language elements that English learners can practice and learn…

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Movie: “Música”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Movie: “Música”

– B2-C1 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –

“Música” is a semi-autobiographical movie on Amazon Prime about a young Brazilian-American struggling to find his way in life and love as he suffers from…

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Movie: “Barbie”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Movie: “Barbie”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

“Barbie” is not only a doll that has inexplicably influenced the realms of fashion, beauty, and toys around the globe, but it was also…

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Book: “Wish You Were Here”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Book: “Wish You Were Here”

– C1 (advanced) –

Back in 2022, my wife and I went camping together for the first time in over a decade. While, unfortunately, the trip…

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Profile: British Columbia

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…

to get some fresh air

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

This idiom can be useful for relaxation, in emotional situations, situations that require making a decision, or even when smoking. Learn what this idiom means and how to use it...

5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Canada is a multicultural society where, generally, peoples’ differences are openly celebrated. Due in part to this open multiculturalism, Canadian English has evolved over the years to adopt words from various languages, including Indigenous ones…

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