How do children learn to read? Why should we show words to the children? How do we know if a child is ready to start learning phonics? Why is the British curriculum introducing the phonics so early, as opposed to other languages and countries? How important is proprioception for good pronunciation? Why do we as Early years teachers giving so much importance to rhyme and alliteration?

Language Tales

Phonetical awareness in Early years

It’s time for the Little Prince to leave his planet. 🚀

Once Upon a Time

شازده کوچولو، فصل نهم

We all have had negative experiences at work - a bad boss, a boring role, horrible colleagues - and that's why we want to leave asap!!  But what do you say in an interview when asked this questions - listen to this brief podcast for some tips!

How to create an awesome job application strategy: Advice on careers, CVs, cover letters, interview planning

"Why are you leaving your current job?" - I hate this question! Help me!

I will talk about my house.
This episode is N5 level.

I created a quiz on this episode.
After listening, please take the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Grammar☆
・～が あります／います《There is/are～》
・location word
・adjective (present)

☆Script for this episode
The scripts (URL) are listed in the overview section of the channel.


Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#8 Short story /  わたしの うち（My house） / storytelling //N５Level

LAYLA: Thanks for meeting with me during your lunch hour. I 
appreciate it.
MONICA: No problem. I’m happy to help. What’s going on?
LAYLA: Oh you know, the usual. Should I take this new job? Or do I 
stick with my current one?
MONICA: Well, I think it’s time for a change, don’t you? They pay you late 
and you are unhappy.
LAYLA: Do you really think so?
MONICA: I know so. And I’ve been listening to you complain for over a 
year now. Trust me. Take the job. What do you have to lose?



LANGUAGE NOTES
• In formal conversation, giving advice is often suggested through modals: ought to/ 
should / could / If I were you. In informal conversations people tend to use words such 
as I think that/ I feel that/ in my opinion.
• Listen for the emphasis on I know so and Trust me. These common phrases can be 
used to convey both positive and negative emotions. “I know so” conveys a deep belief 
or certainty. “To know” shows more certainty than “to think.”
• Notice the use of command forms: Take the job. /Trust me./ Go for it! The command 
form can be used to gently persuade someone

English Conversation practice (30-day challenge)

Day 30 (final) : Giving advice

Two people discuss the languages they speak or want to learn.

Beginner 

What languages do you speak?

Как правильно использовать "вы" в разговорах по-русски? Как переейти с "вы" на "ты"? И что значит "выкать" и "тыкать"?

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