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A Little Story About Traffic Jams — and a 5% OFF Coupon

Hello, this is Emiko.H. Let me share a little story about “traffic jams” in my town. Where I live, ...

Historical city: Idstein

  Have you heard of the historic oldtown of Idstein in Germany?Recently I'm becoming more and mor...

Want to Talk About “Big” Topics in English? You Can

Many people see an interesting news story, hear something on a podcast, or read a book in their own...

Turning Difficult Topics into Learning Opportunities!

As tutors, we often see students freeze when a topic feels too difficult. Their first reaction is u...

Leonardo English - おすすめポッドキャスト RECOMMENDED PODCAST

https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcastsOne podcast that I often recommend to my students is "Leona...

?? Learn English with Music – A Fun and Effective Way!

?? Learn English with Music - A Fun and Effective Way! Hello everyone! ?? Did you know that music c...

JLPT N3 Grammar Listening Practice | Learn with Example Sentences 　JLPT N3文法｜例文で学ぶリスニング練習しませんか？

JLPT N3 Grammar Listening Practice | Learn with Example Sentences (Passive Listening OK) Have you e...

Tutor Rankings for April

I think it's important for teachers to be transparent about some of the behind-the-scenes of their ...

How to Pass the Eiken Interview with Confidence (Step-by-Step)

Are you feeling nervous about your Eiken interview?Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Many students feel...

Topic is too difficult? here's what to do

First, take a breath. Difficulty is not a sign that you’re failing—it’s a sign that you’re growing....

First Lesson With Hikmat: “Diagnostic & Strategy Session

Our first lesson is not just a casual introduction. It is a focused session where I: Assess your cu...

Beyond "Good English" and Why Articulation Matters

Many learners aim for “good English”—correct grammar, a wide vocabulary, maybe even polished writin...

1st place English Tutor Ranking 5 times in a row!

Hello Cafetalk Community! How are you doing? Here in Canada, just when it looked like spring had fi...

Why are New York Yankees caps so popular?

Photo by Caste on Unsplash I was at a department store in Toronto the other day and I came across a...

Job Interview Preparation Tutor

Ace Your English Job Interview: Simple Tips to Boost Your Confidence Preparing for a job interview ...

A Little Story About the Word Optimal

Hello, this is Emiko.H. Today, I’d like to talk about the word “optimal.” The other day, I had a sa...

1,111 Days of Drawing!!

This tutor column is to celebrate a personal goal: to draw something, everyday, for as many days as...

You Can Do It! The Secret? Read On....

Have you ever felt that a goal (like learning a language) seemed too challenging?  When you think a...

What to do when a topic feels too difficult

Have you ever started learning something in English maybe a grammar rule, a listening exercise or e...

A 30-Minute Day Trip from Nagoya: Explore Handa　名古屋から30分！半田市で楽しむ日帰り旅行

愛知県名古屋市から電車で約30分のところに、半田市という町があります。 半田市は、気軽に行ける日帰り旅行先として人気があります。 この町は、昔から酒や酢づくりで知られています。 実は、あのミツカンが...

English Idioms Challenge - Week 12

Hey all! Welcome back to a column dedicated to English idioms!  This time, I'm sharing some idioms...

What to Do When a Topic Feels Too Difficult

Here are a few simple strategies that can help:   Break it down – Focus on one small part at a time...

How to review after a lesson

Review isn’t about re-reading the same page. It’s about retrieving, using, and connecting — even in...

Why you feel stuck (even if you’re improving)

You’re not a beginner anymore. You understand more than before. You can say more than before.   And...

The Dog Who Changed My Life

Every morning, before I even open my eyes, Mocca comes to wake me up. He has done so every morning....

Expressing Yourself Clearly for Test Success

When preparing for exams like IELTS or Eiken, many learners focus heavily on memorising vocabulary ...

What if difficult just meant... unfamiliar?

"This is too difficult."   We've all said it. I know I have... But lately, something changed in the...

New Business English lesson: Talking about your freelance business

Are you a freelancer? If so, one of the best business decisions you can make is to learn English. ...

Speak Better English: Stop Waiting to Be Perfect

Speak Better English: Stop Waiting to Be Perfect Perfectionism • Fear of mistakes • Speaking co...

Every Day is Sunday

When you’re growing up, no matter where you are in the world, there’s often a quiet question sitti...