Hi, and welcome back to phonics with Teacher Alyse!
Today, we’re going long a vowels. Are you ready? Listen carefully, repeat after me, and then try reading them on your own.

rain, tail, wait, nail

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Phonics Long Vowels and Consonant Blends

rain, tail, wait, nail

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For my very first episode, we are going to talk about the differences between Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese.




Easy peasy Portuguese

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Listening Strategy
Before the recording starts:
1. Check instructions – how many words/numbers are permitted for the answer
2. Skim and orientate – establish context (who, where, what)
3. Underline keywords and think of synonyms
4. Establish required information
5. Predict answers

During the recording:
1. Listen for keywords (stressed words)
2. Listen for signposts and synonyms of keywords in the question
3. Work on the current question and look ahead to the next question
4. Skip missed answers and move on
5. Watch out for distracters (incorrect answers)

After the recording (transfer time):
1. Check for spelling or grammatical errors
2. Fill in something for any missing answers

IELTS Insights📚📝

IELTS Listening Strategy

TELL ME ABOUT A SUGGESTION YOU HAVE MADE - Have a good one ready. Be sure and use a suggestion that was accepted and was then considered successful. One related to the type of work applied for is a real plus. / WHAT IRRITATES YOU ABOUT CO-WORKERS? - This is a trap question. Think real hard but fail to come up with anything that irritates you. A short statement that you seem to get along with folks is great. / WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST STRENGTH? - Numerous answers are good, just stay positive. A few good examples: Your ability to prioritise, your problem-solving skills, your ability to work under pressure, your ability to focus on projects, your professional expertise, your leadership skills, and your positive attitude.

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El cine ha multiplicado los estereotipos sobre tiburones (y sus parientes lejanos los megalodones). Aunque los ataques a humanos son inusuales, en la conciencia colectiva se les considera depredadores frecuentes. En cambio, lo que podría parecer una ocurrencia disparatada se ha convertido en una hipótesis trabajada por los científicos: es posible que haya tiburones cocainómanos en las aguas de Florida.

Cafecito con Ale

¿Hay tiburones cocainómanos en Florida?

1-Follow the instructions on the exam paper.
2- Don't communicate with ocher candidates. You could be asked to leave for cheating.
3- Before you start, read the exam paper carefully. Don't waste time copying the questions.
4-Planning is essential if you are writing essays. Spend 5-10 minutes making notes.
5- Have a positive attitude. You are being examined on what you know, and this is your chance co show it. And it will be a relief when it's all over

English Mini Lessons

How to sit written exams


   a. Penny-pincher - Someone who is overly frugal or tight with money.
      Example: "He's such a penny-pincher; he never spends money on anything unnecessary."
   b. Break the bank - To spend a large amount of money, often beyond one's means.
      Example: "Buying a luxury car would break the bank for me."
   c. Cash cow - A source of consistent and significant income or profit.
      Example: "Their latest product has become a cash cow for the company."
   d. Money talks - The power and influence that money can have.
      Example: "In the business world, money talks, and it can open doors."
   e. Tighten the belt - To reduce expenses or live more frugally.
      Example: "With the unexpected expenses, we'll have to tighten our belt for a while."

