Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien Illustrations by Justin Todd
Chapter 13 A Powder for Dragon
How will the rats or Mrs. Frisby move her house with Dragon on the loose?

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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH 

Chapter 13 A Powder for Dragon

Improving your IELTS Speaking score from a band 5 to a band 7 requires targeted practice in several key areas: fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Here’s a breakdown of steps to take in each.

1. Enhance Fluency and Coherence: Band 5 speakers often struggle to speak fluidly and with clear connections between ideas. To improve, practice speaking on various topics for 1-2 minutes without pauses. Use transition words like "however," "on the other hand," or "in addition" to link ideas smoothly. Regular practice on platforms like language exchange apps can help.

2. Expand Vocabulary: Limited vocabulary often holds back Band 5 speakers. Aim to learn 5-10 new words daily, focusing on synonyms and expressions you can apply to multiple topics, such as work, travel, or family. Create mind maps on topics that frequently come up in IELTS, like "environment" or "technology," and practice speaking on each one.

3. Improve Pronunciation: Pronunciation errors are common at Band 5. Focus on getting each sound right, as well as on stress and intonation, to sound more natural. Listen to native speakers through podcasts or videos, and practice mimicking their tone and rhythm. Recording and replaying your responses is also helpful.

Master Grammar: A Band 7 requires control over complex sentence structures. Practice combining ideas into longer sentences using connectors like “although,” “since,” and “despite.” Working with a tutor or using grammar apps can help you understand and apply complex grammar structures correctly.

IELTS Speaking Practice

Improve your IELTS speaking scroe from 5 to 7

Como no tenemos fans, no sabemos qué apodo ponerle a nuestros oyentes, así que: Hola, oyentes :). 
Almudena: 24 años de crisis. 
Clarence: 25 años y medio de crisis. 
En este episodio hablamos sobre la importancia de la terapia, la salud mental, la Seguridad Social y los servicios que ofrece. 

Nivel del episodio: Español Intermedio y Avanzado. 
#Spanish #Intermediate #Advanced

P.O.S.T Podcast

¡Vaya terapia!

La tête : cabeça, head
Le bras : braço, arm
La main : mão, hand
Le doigt : dedo, finger
Un oeil : olho, eye
Des yeux : olhos, eyes
Le ventre : barriga, belly
La jambe : perna, leg
Le genou : joelho, knee
Le pied : pé, foot
La cuisse : coxa, thigh
L’orteil : o dedo do pé, toe
Le coude : cotovelo, elbow
La cheville : tornozelo, ankle
L’épaule : ombro, shoulder
Le dos : costas, back
La hanche : quadril, hip
Le nombril : umbigo, navel
La poitrine : peito, chest
Le mollet : panturrilha, calf
Le talon : calcanhar, heel
Le poignet : pulso, wrist
Le cou : pescoço, neck
Les seins : peitos, breast
Le pénis : pênis, penis
Le vagin : vagina, vagina
La fesse : nádega, buttock
La nuque : nuca, back of the neck


Professeur Maxime

Le corps humain

In this episode you will learn how to say " How muchv"

HSK2

Made Chinese easy

Ep.5 日本の子供たちや学生たちの夏休みはどういう風に過ごすの？ホストのなおやに自分の経験を語ってもらいます！

Is really busy even in summer holidays for the kids and students in Japan. Our host Naoya is going to share his own experience on how he spent his summer!

Real-Life Japan

#5 日本の夏休みは大変?/ #3 関西弁講座 | #5 How Japanese kids and students spend their summer holidays?/ #3 Kansai Dialect Lecture

As a communication coach, I witness the transformative power of preparation in business communication.  Winging it might work occasionally, but for consistent success, pre-communication planning is your secret weapon.  Here are my top 6  tips to ensure you dominate your next meeting, presentation, or email exchange:

1. Know Your Audience:  This isn't a cliche; it's the foundation.  Research your audience's background, interests, and pain points.  Tailor your language and message to resonate with them.  Imagine explaining your idea to a friend – that level of clarity and connection is what you're aiming for.

2. Define Your Purpose:  What is the single most important takeaway you want your audience to have?  Is it to inform, persuade, or simply update?  Having a clear purpose keeps your message focused and avoids information overload.

3. Craft a Compelling Message:  Less is more.  Eliminate jargon and redundancy.  Structure your message with a clear beginning, middle, and end.  Practice your delivery beforehand, paying attention to pacing, tone, and body language.

4. Anticipate Roadblocks:  Forewarned is forearmed.  Think of potential objections or questions your audience might have.  Prepare clear, concise responses that address these concerns head-on.  This demonstrates confidence and proactive problem-solving.

5. Choose Your Weapon Wisely:  Not all communication channels are created equal.  Consider the purpose and audience when selecting your method.  A complex proposal might be best delivered as a written document, while a team update could thrive on a video call.

6. Embrace Technology:  Utilize presentation tools effectively.  Visuals can significantly enhance understanding and retention of your message.  However, avoid information overload –  keep slides clean and focused on supporting your core points.


The Global Professional Podcast

TOP 6 Best Practices for Business Communication Preparation - EP 26

If you plan to visit ✈ Montenegro, here are 3 restaurants you MUST VISIT! For B1 learners and above.
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje! 📚
See you in class!👋


SERBIAN TO GO

Top 10 najboljih tradicionalnih restorana u Crnoj Gori - Part 1 - 3/10 (Normal pace B1 and above)

Different Meanings of the word "To Plant"