Cafetalk Tutor's Column

Visuals in Learning and How it Helps You

Learning a language isn’t just about memorizing words—it’s about using them in real situations. Tha...

Dreaming of Spring

I don’t miss summer, but I am already looking forward to spring.   Last summer was too hot and too ...

الزُّهد عند أولياء الله

Knowledge acquired from self-indulgence and wisdom acquired from asceticism…....what a contrast!

More Tree Sayings

English has lots of idioms and some of them are about trees and forests. Here is one which means a ...

Making requests politely in English 英語で丁寧に依頼をする

English textbooks don’t often have much information on making requests, which is a shame because ma...

What Topics or Hobbies Do You Like to Discuss in English? Let’s Chat!

Learning English is more fun when you talk about what interests you! What topics do you enjoy discu...

Critical Thinking in English Language Learning

Critical thinking is key for ESL learners, helping them analyze, interpret, and respond effectively...

We take things for granted

Why we take things for granted? And where does the joy of my uniqueness reside?

Role models

Image: My father and I (during a trip to Manitoulin Island last year)When I was a child, my role mo...

How to say "Cry over spilt milk" in Japanese?

Hey everyone! This is Yuka, a new Japanese teacher. I love to read the column about language, "How ...

Unlock Your English Potential with a Master's professor of English Language, Culture and Literature Who Loves Japan!

Are you looking for an experienced and friendly English teacher who understands the challenges Japa...

Passion, Professionalism, and a Commitment to Your Success

Teaching has been more than just a profession for me—it’s a lifelong passion. With five years of ex...

Role model: my father

Since childhood, my father has been my greatest role model. As a teacher, he inspired me to follow ...

Probability - Dependent Events

I have ust finished a lesson with my student and I want to post this video just in case they want t...

A Role Model Who Shaped My Path

Throughout life, we encounter individuals who leave a profound impact on us—people whose words, act...

Enhancing Your Delivery in Conversations!

When speaking in English, what you say matters, but how you deliver it can make an even greater imp...

You’re probably challenging the wrong way!

As you know, the Japanese チャレンジする is often used with the meaning of to try, to attempt, to tackle a...

Serbian Students Exposing Corruption By Initiating a 24-Hour Blockade

Serbian university students have taken a stand by initiating a 24-hour blockade of a crucial traffi...

English articles about Japan　ー　Japan Today

https://japantoday.com Reading news in English is a great way to practice your English skills and k...

Meet Cindy: Let’s Learn Together!

Hey everyone! I’m Cindy, and I’m SO excited to be back on Cafetalk! Over the past year, I’ve been d...

My little sister - my big role model!

Expressions (表現) The something of someone's dreams  == 理想の...inclined to = 性向を示してreal feat = accomp...

British vs. American English: What’s the Difference?

Learning English can be tricky, especially when you realise it isn’t just one type of English! Brit...

Intonation in Powerful Communication

Why Intonation is the Secret to Powerful Communication When we read aloud or engage in conversation...

What Do I Do After I Read a News Article?

Often once the reading of a book or passage or an article is complete, it is normal to simply move ...

Boost Your Language Skills with Radio and Podcasts

If you're looking to improve your British English listening skills, BBC Learning English is one of ...

Weather related idioms

The UK is being battered by a fierce storm today and quite literally we have to "weather the storm"...

Asking Questions During Class is also part of the English Practice

Asking Questions in English During Class It is natural as a learner of a new language, that we ofte...

"Fear", A Poem by Kahlil Gibran

Dear students,   I hope this week’s been kind to you. I was about to write a different column  toda...

【Learning materials recommendation】語学学習でわたしが使っている教材　

Hello everyone! I'm Shoko, a Japanese teacher. This time, I would like to talk about recommended t...

Quick tips: ungrammatical (?) questions

Most languages have ways to reduce the grammatical forms of questions, and English is no exception!...