The Dutch TV show ‘Heel Holland Bakt’ has an English equivalent called The Great British Bake-Off. The recipes are different, the judges are different, but we just love the excitement as one of the bakers is struggling towards his or …
Funny Friday: BBC Grammar Game Show is corny, but funny
Do you like quizzes and do you not mind some corny jokes? Then brush up your knowledge of English grammar and watch the BBC Grammar Game Show. It’s a crazy show, and the host, Will Hearle, is rather full of …
Thoughtful Thursday: Alexander’s most horrible day – Give your opinion
Let’s talk some English today. Here’s the plot to a children’s book called ‘Alexander and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day’ by Judith Viorst. As you can understand, Alexander is having a very bad day indeed. It all begins …
Whiz Kid Wednesday: Grammar in Use best grammar book
Are you in mavo, havo, vwo or gymnasium and struggling with English grammar? May we recommend this book? English Grammar in Use is one of the most popular and elaborate grammar reference guides in the world, and contains every topic …
Tuney Tuesday: Handstand – Rosie McClelland
Learning English is not something you learn from books! You have to be physically active to create the necessary brain connections. So why not do a handstand while listening to your favourite song? (And starting out at an early age …