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My Journey and Top 3 Tips for Learning Faster

Hello everyone! I’m Patricia, an English tutor who went from teaching kids in a small village to he...

My 10-Minute English Challenge – Summer Holiday Edition!

Summer and Obon holidays are made for relaxing, but I've got a little challenge to keep yourEnglish...

Real Easy English - a BBC podcast for lower-level English learners

https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/real-easy-english A great way to improve you...

Why Learn About Different Countries and Cultures?

In today’s world, learning a language is not just about grammar and vocabulary, it’s also about und...

The Big Five: South Africa’s Wild Treasures.

The Big Five: South Africa’s Wild Treasures When people think of a safari in South Africa, one phr...

Cultural traditions and fun in Ifugao, Philippines!

Hello all!  Interested in culture and old traditions?  I am too!  There are so many different cultu...

What I’m into lately (unexpected hobbies?)

Photo: Me with my container of cicada husks and a live cicada on my arm The weather was beautiful ...

When the AI Turns Off, Will Your Words Flow?

These days, AI can write your homework, your work email, even your presentation slides. But when it...

Summer in Turkey

I really enjoyed my summer in Turkey. I visited Istanbul, walked around the old streets, and saw be...

Turn Your Obon Holiday into a 10-Minute Adventure

The Obon holiday is a season for family, traditions, and summer fun. While many spend their days vi...

Why My First Lesson Didn’t Go as Planned (and What I Learned)

Today, I gave my first lesson on Cafetalk. Unfortunately, it didn’t go as well as I had hoped. I co...

5 Hidden Reasons You're Not Losing Weight (Even Though You're Trying So Hard)

You’ve done everything right. You’ve swapped white rice for brown. You’ve chosen salad at the konbi...

Adapted "stream of consciousness" for learners of English - 10 minute challenge

Hi everyone, This is a short message to share a great 10 minute activity for you. It is called "St...

What I’m Into Lately: Stargazing

Lately, I’ve discovered a hobby I never thought I’d enjoy so much; stargazing.    It started with j...

My 10-Minute English Boost Challenge for the Summer Holiday!

The summer holiday is the perfect time to relax… but what if you could also improve your English in...

Stay colorful

Life is not always easy, but it is full of colors if we choose to see them. Even small moments—a sm...

Culture and Traditions: The Stories That Connect Us All.

Culture & Traditions: The Stories That Connect Us All  Imagine a world without birthdays, holi...

Special Offer for Young Learners!

Teacher Marinka is giving children the chance to enjoy a FREE English lesson! How it works:- Each c...

Beyond Beauty: Flowers and Their Hidden Stories

Lately, I’ve found myself diving into something that even surprised me: researching flowers—especia...

3 Simple English Phrases to Sound More Natural in Conversation

Learning grammar is important, but sometimes, using the right everyday phrases can make you sound m...

unexpected hobbies

Hello. In this lesson we will talk about unexpected hobbies. We will learn new types of hobbies and...

Speak Confidently (Without Freezing!)

Ever feel nervous when introducing yourself in English? Don't worry—you're not alone! IELTS Part 1 ...

3 Quick Tips to Sound More Confident in English Conversations

Many students tell me they struggle with confidence when speaking English. Here are three simple th...

I hate this!!!

 Sometimes we want to talk about the things we don’t like. We can use sentences like:   I don’t lik...

「美味しい」、「うまい」は「delicious」だけじゃない⁉️

イギリス人は他の表現も使います。   すごく美味しいを、イギリス英語では「scrumptious」と言います。   例 That cake looks scrumptious.  あのケーキはめっち...

Travelling

Dear students. Do you like to travel? Have you been abroad? Join my lesson and lets learn some trav...

MORE ADVANCED PHRASAL VERBS

Hello everyone! Today, let's talk about some more advanced phrasal verbs. pitch in (to join people...

My Unexpected Pre-Class Ritual: How Singing Before Class Changes My Mood and Mindset

Sometimes, when I'm waiting for my students to join class, the minutes can feel a bit long. Over t...

Learning is Everywhere: From Sunny Walks to Fun Lessons!

Hello Cafetalk family! When I’m not teaching Swahili or English, you’ll probably find me out enjoyi...

Goodbye...

....no I'm not leaving! But it's goodbye to this tag:     Because I have just completed my first 6...