Author Archive | Emma Thomas

10 Must-use Exercises for Teaching ESL Modal Verbs

Modal verbs are all around us. That means there’s lots of inspiration for you to teach them. Instead of sticking to boring old grammar drills, you can take real-life scenarios to teach modal verbs the fun way. Grammar lessons don’t …

5 ESL Culture Questions to Spark Classroom Conversations

As an ESL teacher, you’re in a great position to discuss cultural differences with your students. In this post, you’ll get 5 engaging culture questions you can use to start a discussion in your ESL classroom, and ideas for how …

10 ESL Time Activities to Teach English Time Like Clockwork

When learning a new language, many students start with numbers. From there, the natural progression is to tell the time. That’s where things get more difficult. That’s why you have to make it immersive and interesting. Sometimes it’s okay to …

5 High School ESL Classroom Decoration Ideas

When you’re teaching English to teenagers, creating the right environment is crucial. The pictures on the walls, the color scheme of the room and the way the desks are arranged can all change the way your students learn. That’s …

How to Nail Your ESL Demo Lessons and Land a Teaching Job

Often, acing your ESL teacher interview isn’t enough to impress employers. That’s because, for teachers, landing a job requires more than just good interview skills. In addition to giving all the right answers, you may also be required to teach …