#Books

Language is more than a means of communication; it is a powerful tool that shapes identity, preserves culture, and promotes personal growth. Whether we are using it to connect with others or explore different cultures, language plays an essential role in our lives. As we continue to engage with diverse languages, we embrace not only new ways of thinking but also the beauty of human connection in all its forms.

Have you always wanted to read more in English? Well, now is your chance! My English Book Clubs begin next week and there are still some spaces left :) So, if you want to brush up on your spoken English while improving your vocabulary and reading skills check out the lessons I have available on my profile here - https://www.italki.com/en/group-class/7149455/english?classtype%5B0%5D=2 Hope to see some of you soon! Ian

The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey Chapter 15 Dr. Diaper George and Harold hid behind the van until the coast was clear. Then they sneaked up to the whole in the door and peeked inside. Captain Underpants was all tied up, the two robots were standing guard, and a strange little man wearing a diaper was laughing manically. "I am the evil Dr. Diaper," the strange little man told Captain Underpants." And you will be the first to witness the take over of the world!" Dr. Diaper placed the stolen crystal into a large machine called the Laser Matic 2000. The machine started to light up and make loud noises. Heavy gears began shifting and spinning, and the laser beam from the crystal shot straight up through the hole in the roof. "In exactly 20 minutes, this laser beam will blow up the moon and send huge chunks of it crashing down upon every major city in the world!" laughed Dr. Diaper. "Then, I will rise from the rubble and take over the planet!" "Only one thing can help us now," said George. "What?" asked Harold. "Rubber doggy doo-doo," said George. Harold took the fake doggy doo-doo and a slingshot from George's backpack and handed them to him. "Be careful," said Harold. "The fate of the entire planet is in your hands!" With careful and precise aim, George shot the rubber doggie doo-doo through the air and across the room. It landed with a plop! -- right at the feet of Dr. Diaper. "Yessss!" whispered George and Harold. Dr. Diaper looked down at the doo-doo between his feet and turned bright red. "Oh, dear me!" he cried. "I'm dreadfully embarrassed! Please excuse me." He began to waddle toward the restroom. "This has never happened to me before, I assure you," he said. "I - I guess with all the excitement, I just ... I just ... Oh, dear! Oh, dear!" Listen and follow along. Send me a message for your free pdf copy of this book. https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/13365914

2024年9月28日 🇯🇵日本語日記🇯🇵 最近、懐かしい物に奪われてきました。 今週のある朝、起きて前のことを思い出します。悲しくて、嬉しくて何か消そうとしても消せない思い出が強く浮かんでいました。 それから、あるものを買いたがってきました。 バーディー・ボッツの百味ビーンズでした。 2年前にスイスの素敵なインターラーケンに働いていた時、大切な妹さんからプレゼントをもらいました。この小包の中身ではロンドンで旅行しながら買ったお土産がありました。私たちの子供の時に何回も繰り返したハリ・ポッターのあまりに、ロンドンであるハリポッター店のは当たり前だったでしよう。 ものすごく素敵なプレゼントで、今も考えるなら感動し続けます。 では、今週ハリポッターのウェブサイトでこの百味ビーンズを買いました。必ず安くなくて、子どもみたいに楽しむほかはなくても注文しました。 そして、『炎のゴブレット』の日本版を読み続けました。本の半分を超えて、夢中に読んでいますわ それに、昨日『半純血のプリンス』の映画を日本語で見ました。 それで、スチームでホグワーツレガシーを買って日本語でブレーします。 この世界の混乱と無意味さを離れるために、過去の宝を探るのはいい方法でしょう。 大人になるのは辛くて必要ですけど、心に残る自分の楽しみたい部分を捨てるのは間違いだと思うんです。