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Gateway to Grammar: Verb Families Part 9 - The “End” Family
Another week another verb family! This week it is the small but beautiful “End” Family. I have also included a very silly joke in the picture so leave a comment if you work it out. You will win… a virtual hug and high five.
No Update Today: Sorry I Have a Migraine
Well, it was going to happen sooner or later. Sorry about this. Hopefully, there will be more tomorrow. If you want to read some of the other articles from the last 4 years take a look at www.wrightenglish.com/blog. Someone give me a hot coffee.
WTF Wednesday: New English Student Meme
What The Fluff Wednesday, or WTF Wednesday, is when I get my old lady graphical “skills” out to make fun images to do with learning and teaching English. If you have followed me for a while you will remember these excellent examples of humour from Sunday Funday and Wildcard Wednesday. I wanted to give them their own day again every week, so here it is.
The GCSE and A-Level Goblin: AQA GCSE English Language Paper 2 Question 2 Advice
Alright guys, thanks for coming. We’re gonna look at some important information and advice about how to read and answer the comparison question in AQA GCSE English Language Paper 2, question 2. I mean… we will when Gale stops eating all my teaching materials.
Wright English Updates: What Does Ethical Business Look Like at Wright English?
Unlike a lot of other businesses, I am just one woman, and I can honestly say that sustainability, responsibility, and supporting others have always been important parts of what I do. That made me think about having a little brag (saying how great I am) about what I do at Wright English to keep my business ethical (good/kind/moral).
Gateway to Grammar: Verb Families Part 8 - The “Ell” Family
It’s verb family time, and if you are wondering why we have gone from part 2 to part 8, I recommend looking at the whole series here. Basically 2 of them went for a walk and I have no idea where they are. I’m a PROFESSIONAL.
Vocabulary Showcase: Synonyms for ‘Mistake’
Welcome to the Vocabulary Showcase where we look at common English vocabulary and see if we can learn other words with similar meanings. But, first of all, what on earth is happening in this picture? It makes absolutely no sense, and when I saw it, I knew I had to use it.
The GCSE and A-Level Goblin: Free E-Books at Project Gutenberg
Good afternoon, smelly human students. Allow me to introduce myself, I am G.A.G, the GCSE and A-Level Goblin. I was summoned into existence by a weird English lady and my purpose is to talk about… well… GCSE and A-Level stuff.
Wright English Update: Complete Guide to English Tenses Now Available
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Gateway to Grammar: Verb Families Part 7 - The “O_E” Family
It’s grammar o’clock everyone, and we are adding the “O_E” Family! The “O_E” Family are a group of irregular verbs that change in a similar way in the past simple and the present perfect (3rd form / past participle).
Kids Corner: Why Learning English Through Play is So Important
This week we are talking about learning English and the psychology of learning languages - exciting!
What the Fluff Wednesday: English is “Easy”
I’m an English teacher, and many people have told me how “easy” English is to learn. I like to remind people that reading English and speaking English are two different things, and for many people, it’s a bit like roulette choosing the spelling and pronunciation.
Wright English: Give Your Business the Gift of Professional Copy Writing and Editing
If you want to promote your business, reach new audiences, change the style or tone, or even start adding articles to attract search engines, I have two options to offer you at extremely affordable prices.
Blog Updates: It’s Time for Some Change
The Wright English Blog started in July 2020, so I have been writing about learning English, giving advice, making stupid memes, and helping students for over 4 years now. OK, OK, there was a very large 2-year gap, so maybe only 2 years!
Gateway to Grammar: Verb Families pt.2 The “Ought” Family
This week we are looking at the verb family “Ought”. Verb families are groups of English verbs that sound similar when you conjugate them (use them in different times and tenses).
Kids Corner: What’s the Best Way to Prepare for My GCSE English Literature Exam?
Many GCSE Students are already preparing for their English Literature Exams next year, and the pressure from teachers and adults is quite bad. With all that pressure, it can be hard to know what the best way to prepare really is. That’s why I’m here to give you impartial (not biased and not related to my own success) advice.
Business Builder: Is My Business Contact in the USA / UK Being Impolite?
If you are a business person and you are experienced with talking to mostly British or American contacts, you might ask yourself this question sometimes: Are they being impolite to me?
Vocabulary Showcase: Synonyms for “Cozy”
This week, we are looking at synonyms (words with the same meaning) for “cozy”, which means feeling comfortable, warm, and safe.
Gateway to Grammar: Verb Families Part 1: “En”
Welcome back to Gateway to Grammar. It’s Verb Families again and we are adding the “En” family as part….1? Yes. I know… we just did part 6 and now we are back at part 1. I will be honest I have no idea where parts 1 and 2 went, and I have been unable to find them.
Wednesday Wildcard: Where Have You Been for 2 Years?
I promise that’s not me! I’m fine. I have been very busy for the last 2 years and I will share some of that with you now.