Storytelling existed for as long as humans have been around. Before classrooms and education systems, lessons were passed down from generation to generation through stories. That is why today, storytelling remains one of the most engaging and effective ways to…
If you’ve already introduced body-related idioms in Part 1 and Part 2 of this series, your students have probably started to notice that English loves using the body to describe emotions, decisions, and relationships. From heads and hearts to hands…
As 2025 comes to a close, December offers the perfect opportunity to slow down, reflect on the year that’s passed, and look ahead to a new year of growth and opportunities. For online ESL teachers, this month is an ideal…
Teaching online often means you’re glued to a chair for hours on end. Although this may feel harmless, research has shown that too much sitting can be just as damaging as smoking! Prolonged periods in front of the computer can…
Over the past two weeks, we explored 24 useful business idioms in English that you can share with your adult English learners to help them advance in the professional world. These idiomatic expressions are often used in meetings, emails, and…
As online educators, one of the most powerful things we can do is teach our students how to learn, not just what to learn. Whether you’re teaching English, science, math, or any other subject, helping students unlock their super brain…
Food idioms are a fun and relatable way to teach English learners common expressions used in everyday conversation. Since everyone eats, these idioms are easy to remember and can spark great discussion. Here are 12 popular food-related idioms that you…
As online ESL teachers, we all fall into the habit of starting our classes with “How are you?,” which gets tedious and boring. While this timeless question is polite and familiar, it often leads to short, unengaging answers like “I’m…
Helping ESL students improve their speaking skills isn’t just about drilling vocabulary and perfecting grammar. It’s also about guiding them to adopt the right mindset, communication techniques, and physical habits that allow their spoken English to truly shine. Here are…
Last week, we explored nine common animal idioms in English that you can teach your ESL students. We covered expressions featuring animals like the dog, cat, pig, lion, elephant, monkey, snake, horse, and cow. This week, we’re back with nine…