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Secret code of native English speakers! (What we actually mean)
Ever struggle to understand the intentions of a native English speaker? If what they say and what they do don't seem aligned, then you need to learn the secret code. Surprisingly, what English people say and what they mean can be...
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Use PHONETICS to Fix Pronunciation Problems!
Are you tired of mispronouncing common words in English? Do you want to improve your speaking skills and sound more confident when communicating in British English? In this video, I'll guide you through the most common pronunciation...
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English Pronunciation Mistakes Every Learner Makes
I start by working through a handful of winter-themed English words that are often mispronounced. Then I read through a short story which includes these words.
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Master English Pronunciation (The Daily Pronunciation Plan)
Master English pronunciation with my daily pronunciation plan! In this English lesson, you'll learn how to enhance your British English pronunciation with a set daily routine. This daily plan is designed to help you practice English...
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Are You Fluent in English? Find Out!
Take this test, if you answer yes to every question then you are definitely fluent in English.
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Sound by Sound Blending- Beginning Blends
This video has kids practice blending sounds sound by sound where they blend the first two sounds first, and then the next sounds. Many kids who struggle to blend words, especially those with blends, find this method helpful. This is...
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Sound by Sound Blending for Beginning Readers
This video has kids practice blending sounds sound by sound where they blend the first two sounds first, and then the next sounds. Many kids who struggle to blend words find this method helpful. This is great for kids who are just...
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Reading Multi-Syllable Words {Consonant +LE}
This gives practice reading multisyllabic words with consonant + le syllables, along with many hopefully prior learned syllables. This helps kids break apart words to read and spell longer words.
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Reading Multi-Syllable Words {Vowel Teams}
This gives practice reading multisyllabic words with vowel team and diphthong syllables, along with many hopefully prior learned syllables. This helps kids break apart words to read and spell longer words.
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Cement Mixer
Sing with Leo the Truck the Concrete Mixer song for kids.The mixing drum turns around. Beep beep beep, there's work to do around the town, beep beep beep. What is this funny looking truck? Don't rush past. Let us ask what this vehicle's...
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Krakatoa: the Devestating Eruption that Shaped Volcano Research
The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 was one of the most powerful and loudest explosions in history, reaching 310 decibels and being heard over 3,000 miles away. The blast triggered massive tsunamis, destroying nearby areas and taking 36,000...
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Choosing an Instrument Based On Music You Like
Choosing an instrument to learn might seem hard, but it can be easy if you think about what kind of music you like. Different instruments fit different styles—guitars and drums are great for rock, while pianos and saxophones are popular...
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What is a Nano Harp?
The nano harp is the smallest instrument in the world. It was created by scientists in a lab and is made out of a single piece of silicon, which is extremely small, making the nano harp extremely difficult to play. The sound a nano harp...
Great Big Story
From family project to slobal success, the story of fine tuned headphones
Discover the inspiring journey of a family’s passion project that led to the creation of world-renowned, high-quality headphones.
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Common Trigraphs: TCH, DGE, & IGH
This video teaches about trigraphs, tch, dge, and igh and the rules of when to use them. There is practice with both reading and writing with them.
Great Big Story
The origins of the Magic Eight Ball, from Mary to novelty
Explore the fascinating history of the Magic Eight Ball, from Mary Carter's clairvoyant beginnings to its transformation into a beloved novelty item.
Music Matters
Conjunct and Disjunct Melody Writing - Music Composition
What is meant by the terms conjunct and disjunct in relation to melody writing? We listen to and look at one melody written entirely using conjunct movement and consider its merits & weaknesses. We then do the same in relation to a...
Music Matters
What are Polychords? - Music Theory
Discover what polychords are and learn how polychords differ from extended chords. We consider how extended chords are given a functional context whereas polychords add colour to music without needing a functional context. The use of...
Music Matters
Is VI-I a Good Chord Progression? - Music Composition
Harmony text books often advise us to avoid using this particular chord progression. Why is that? This music composition lesson explains how this chord progression can create difficulties in the part writing with consecutive / parallel...
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What is Poetry?
In the inaugural episode of this new webseries "Poetry Defined," we tackle our series' namesake. We define what poetry is and briefly explore its etymology. This will set-up the rest of this series moving forward.
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The unexpected origin of the hip-hop air horn
Uncover the surprising history behind the iconic hip-hop air horn and how it became a staple in music culture.