Cafetalk Tutor's Column

What is “Saskatoon”?

Photo: My friends and I at a gift shop in Saskatoon So, in September, I wrote a grand total of zer...

Ruska - Time for nature lovers in Finnish autumn

When autumn arrives in Finland, it paints the nature with beautiful shades of red, orange, and gold...

What inspired me to begin teaching

My inspiration to begin teaching came during my years as a pharmacist. One of my responsibilities w...

Talking about compass directions in English

Describing compass directions can be a bit tricky when it comes to remembering whether to use capit...

A 5-Minute Practice Method to Help You Improve Quickly!

Do you ever feel like you don’t have enough time to study or practice? Good news — you don’t need h...

My Story: What Inspired Me to Begin Teaching

If you’ve never taken a lesson with me, I’d like to introduce myself and share my story. I grew up ...

Is Technology Helping You Speak, or Stopping You From Speaking?

These days, many learners use online tools to check grammar, translate sentences, or even write the...

A 5-Minute English Practice That Makes a Big Difference

Many of my students often tell me they struggle to find time to practice English outside of l...

From Crosswalks to Classrooms - Reading Comprehension - 3 versions (A1/A2, B1, B2/C1)

A1–A2 Version When I was a little child, I wanted to be a crossing guard. They help children cross...

Life as a Househusband – Changing Routines

I’ve had a lot of different routines over the years.Before moving to Shiga, I worked at an English ...

Prepositions of transportation

Hello Cafetalk Community -- friends and students:How are you doing today? I hope you're having a go...

Link by Link: How to Keep Your Language Chain Alive - English Reading Comprehension - 3 Versions (A1/A2, B1, B2/C1)

A1–A2 Version Learning a new language is like building a chain. Every day you study, you add one ne...

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!   It has been amazing to meet so many wonderful Asian p...

From Fixed Frameworks to Fluid Lessons: The Joy of Tailoring English Online

  After years of teaching in classrooms—and a brief detour running a mountain farm, where I discove...

Reading to Think, Speak, and Understand

In my classes, reading is more than just looking at words on a page. It’s a way to think deeply, ex...

The Magic of the 5-Minute Rule

Let's be honest - when someone says ''study for an hour,'' our brains immediately start planning sn...

A 5 minutes practice method to help you improve quickly

Hi, I’m Thulee.Do you Want to improve your English quickly and effectively? I’ll show you a simple ...

The fun challenge - Five minutes a day to language learning success.

Receptive skills (reading and listening) are an important part of language learning.  A wise teache...

Autumn Picnic Dinner -- 毎日 日記の練習~!

Writing a quick diary entry can be helpful for learning or practicing a language.   I tend to write...

Focus on One Small Goal

Even if you’re busy, studying for just five focused minutes every day can help you improve quickly....

From Dream to Reality: My Anime-Fuelled Journey to the Heart of Japan.

As a British national preparing for my journey to Japan, I stand on the precipice of an adventure...

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom Personal Note I dedicate this story to my Japanese mom — the...

Halloween Game Night

Everyone knows that children dress up in costumes and ask for candy on Halloween.  Have you ever wo...

Meet Thulee. Your Friendly English Tutor from South Africa

Hello there!  I’m Thulee, an English tutor from vibrant South Africa, and I’m so happy you stopped ...

Is Autumn the Best Time for a Fresh Start?

As a teacher, I often notice how students naturally seek renewal when the seasons change. Autumn, w...

Learning Japanese This Autumn 勉強の秋に始める日本語学習

English is below日本では、「秋（あき）は勉強（べんきょう）の秋」と言われます。 夏（なつ）のあつさがおわって、すずしくて気もちのいい季節（きせつ）です。 読書（どくしょ）をしたり、新...

A speaking partner? AI vs Human beings

Why prioritize practicing with a partner over working with AI? 1️⃣ ChatGPT is like a fine sieve, it...

国際そろばん大会に出場しました

2025年10月4日、大阪にて行われたゴールデンストーンカップという国際そろばん大会に出場しました。ウズベキスタン・マレーシア・中国からも出場したこの大会。英語読み上げ算では、2人とも練習の成果を発...

A Fresh Start in Autumn? Yes! Now is the Time!

In autumn (also known as "fall"), children and college students return to school.  After summer end...

Autumn: The Perfect Time for a Fresh Start!

 Autumn: The Perfect Time for a Fresh Start!   Feeling inspired by the crisp air and colorful leave...