Dummy Pronouns in English Grammar: There and It
Dummy pronouns are pronouns that lack antecedents, which are the words, phrases, and clauses that pronouns replace. This article explains and …
Continue ReadingHow To Say I'm Sorry In Chinese: Explanation of Duìbùqǐ (Sorry, Excuse Me) and Bùhǎoyìsi (Sorry, Feel Reluctant)
The Chinese word 对不起【duìbùqǐ】can mean sorry, excuse me or beg pardon and is used when a more serious mistake has been made. The word 不好意思【bùhǎoyìsi】 …
Continue ReadingIdeas for Teaching Special Ed Children Who Are Learning English as a Second Language
Learning English as a second language can be a challenge for any child, but kids often prove to be willing learners when given the right lessons and …
Continue ReadingJapanese Te-Form: Different Endings to the Te-Form and How It is Used
The て-form (te-form) in Japanese is used in three different occasions: when making requests, asking and receiving permission, and describing two …
Continue ReadingPublic Speaking Used as an Educational Tool for Students With Special Needs
Learning to communicate with confidence is a challenge for many students. But for students with a communication disabilities such as Asperger’s …
Continue ReadingSocially Curious and Curiously Social: A Guide for Students on the Autism Spectrum
Finally a social guide for students on the autism spectrum that is concrete, easy to read and fun. This guide spells out success for young adults with …
Continue ReadingUnusual Formations of English Verbs: The Auxiliary Verbs "Be Going to" and "Be Fixing to"
Auxiliary verbs are verbs that combine with other verbs to provide information about grammatical tense, aspect, mood, and voice. This article explains …
Continue ReadingUse the Correct German Verb to Express I Think
Learn where to use “denken” and its ‘partners’ and where “glauben” or another verb is more appropriate to say, …
Continue ReadingWhen Your Special Education Students Are Gifted: Tips For Teachers
Special education teaching for gifted children requires a different approach. Part of this is identifying who is gifted and being aware of what their …
Continue ReadingForming New Words: Coinages, Nonce Words, English Loanwords and Calques
Creating new words in English, covers the related word formation processes of coinages, nonce words, borrowing, and calquing.
Continue ReadingHealthy Living Lesson Plan on Nutrition for Preschoolers
Take a week to teach your preschool class the importance of being healthy. This five-day healthy living theme goes over healthy eating, hygiene and …
Continue ReadingHow to Prepare for a Job Interview in French
Are you going to be having an interview in French? Preparing yourself with some useful phrases can make you feel much more comfortable during the …
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