Part three of Thumbelina by Author Hans Christian Andersen.
Complete the short quiz afterwards to check your understanding.


Teacher Michelle's Learn English with Story

Thumbelina Part 3 – LEARN ENGLISH WITH STORY (with quiz)

Usa estos saludos formales para tus reuniones de trabajo o alguna presentación de estudios o trabajo. 

Spanish for beginners//Español para principiantes

Saludos formales en español// Formal greetings in Spanish 

Learn useful sentences for communication in Spanish and Cantonese with Ida&Sun
If you want to keep practicing more book a lesson with Ida&Sun

SUN https://www.italki.com/teacher/5014534/chinese(cantonese)
IDA https://www.italki.com/teacher/5160694/spanish


Ida&Sun - Mangohamster 『 Spanish and Cantonese』

Ida&Sun  『 Spanish and Cantonese 1 』

Enjoy the sixth podcast from Culture To Grow, which allows you to travel the world from the comfort of your home, your car, or if you are still half asleep in your bed. 

This episode focuses on 5 Tooth Fairy traditions from around the world that give us an insight into what happens to baby teeth. Some of the stories have animals involved, while other traditions give luck or strength to the child. 

August 22nd -- National Tooth Fairy Day

There will be a new episode every other Monday, so subscribe.

Culture To Grow

Episode 6: Tooth Fairy Traditions from Around the World

In this episode of 'English Learners Boost,' explore the art of setting SMART goals for the New Year. Discover the power of Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals in transforming your English language journey. With practical examples and personalized approaches, learn how to enhance your vocabulary, grammar, listening, and writing skills. Plus, don't miss the exclusive opportunity to experience a unique teaching methodology by booking a lesson on iTalki. Elevate your English learning adventure and make 2023 the year of language breakthroughs. Tune in now and set yourself up for success!

English Learner's Boost

Setting SMART Goals for the New Year

Learn about multiple meanings over 'get over' with this podcast episode!

All About English and How You Learn It!

Don't Be Shy About Using 'Get Over' In Your Speech!

Jenna and Max are at a cozy café when suddenly Max gets an email.

Max (staring at his phone, confused):
Hey, Jenna, this guy I’m working with just said, “Give me a shout.” What does that even mean?

Jenna (stirring her coffee):
It just means to contact him.

Max (frowning):
Wait… but “shout” means to yell. So, does he want me to yell his name?

Jenna (laughs):
No, no! He’s not asking you to actually shout. It just means to message him, call him—basically, let him know when you need something.

Max (nodding slowly):
Okay… so, if I say “I’ll give you a shout,” it means I’ll call you?

Jenna (approving):
Exactly! Or text, or email—whatever works.

Max (thinking hard):
Hmm… but what if I really do shout your name? Like—HEY, JENNA!

[SFX: Café customers turning to stare]

Jenna (covering her face, whispering):
Okay, maybe don’t do that in public…

Max (grinning):
Got it. So, if I’m stuck on my project later, I can just say, “Jenna, I’ll give you a shout?”

Jenna (thumbs up):
Now you’re getting it!

Max (pauses, tilting head):
Wait… I have to ask—how do you know all these phrases so well? It’s like English just clicks for you.

Jenna (shrugging, playfully):
Well, let’s just say I found the cheat code.

Max (leaning in, curious):
Cheat code? What, like a secret trick?

Jenna (grinning):
Kinda! I trained with English Teacher Smith on iTalki. It wasn’t just lessons—it was real conversation, real corrections, and now, boom! English feels natural.

Max (raising an eyebrow, impressed):
That actually sounds pretty smart.

Jenna (pulls out phone, taps screen):
Here, see? Just click the profile, book a speaking lesson, and you’ll be talking like a pro in no time.

Max (smirking, clicking on phone):
Alright… I’ll give Teacher Smith a shout then.
(books lesson)

LEARN BY LISTENING

Here's How To Give Me A Shout Without Shouting

En este podcast hago uso de la exxpresión de la causa con conjunciones como: porque, cómo, que, ya que,  puesto que; con por, y a causa de, o como preguntas.
Al mismo tiempo ustedes conocen las ruinas mayas de Xcambó, ubicadas en Yucatán.
Palabras clave:
Telchac: Puerto en Yucatán
toque: acento
Izamal: Pueblo de Yucatán
Tho': Ciudad de Mérida
montículo: cerro o colina
escalonados: en forma de escalera o pirámide
formas redondeadas: con curvas, sin punta. 
estuco: material usado para labrar las piedras.

Yuca-talk

Practicando la expresión de la causa y conociendo Las ruinas mayas Xcambó

こんばんは！Atsushiです。
今日の北海道の天気はずっと雨でした。
気温は14℃です。

今日も慣用句シリーズを話そうと思います。
個人的には結構気に入ってます。

日本語には、体の部位を使った表現がたくさんありますね。
今日は腕うで、の慣用句を話します。
腕は人の技術、スキルを表現することが多いので、そういった意味の慣用句が多いです。

①腕が鳴る (うでがなる)
技能(スキル)や力を発揮したくて、じっとしていられないことを言います。ウズウズしている感じですね。
例えば、
ー明日はピアノの発表だけど、今から腕が鳴る
ーラテを作れるなんて、腕が鳴る
とか使いますね。

② 腕を振るう(うでをふるう)
自分の腕前・技能を人に見せる。披露する時に使います。
例えば、
ー得意料理に腕を振るう
ーバーベキューの仕込みに腕を振るう
とか使います。
　他のことにも使えますが、私のイメージでは、料理に使うことが多いと思います。

③ 腕を磨く(うでをみがく)
技能(スキル)が上手になるように訓練、練習する時に使います。
ー彼は地道に腕を磨いてきた。だから今はトッププレイヤーになった。
ー3年前に海外へ行き、バレエの腕を磨いてきた。
などと使います。


はい、ということで、今日は腕を使った慣用句3つ、紹介しました。日常会話で使う、というよりも、本やニュース、Webサイトの記事などで見ることが多いかもしれません。

たくさんあるのでおもしろいですね！
今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！


