Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Private Language Tutor

Have you ever had a bad day? Well, in my newest listening activity, a man has an unusual encounter at the front door. Something very unexpected. How would you feel in his situation? Give it a try:

http://esl-lab.com/privatetutor/privatetutor-rd1.htm

Friday, March 21, 2014

Bus Travel Across America

Traveling in a new country can be a WILD experience, and even in your own country, you can meet a lot of interesting people. In my newest listening conversation, join this woman on the ride of her life with her new friend. How would you feel in this situation? What would you do?

http://esl-lab.com/bustrip/bustrip-rd1.htm

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Smart Phones

A common topic of discussion is the use of cell phones in our daily lives. In my newest listening activity, meet a young man who has an interesting perspective on cell phones and why he wants one. Do you know anyone like him? Enjoy:

http://esl-lab.com/smartphone/smartphonerd1.htm


What are your thoughts on the topic? Is a cell phone a necessity in today's life for all people? How about children under 10 years old? Should teenagers pay some of the expense?  Share your ideas.

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Airline Safety

Here's my newest listening activity. If you have ever had a terrible day at an airport, then you might understand how this man feels . . . except he caused his own problems. He didn't think and prepare ahead. Give it a try:

http://esl-lab.com/airline/airlinerd1.htm

Thursday, February 27, 2014

Dinner Recipes at Home

So, what do families in the US really eat for dinner? Well, join me in our kitchen to find out the Davis family does for this meal:

http://esl-lab.com/cook/dinnertime-video.htm

Friday, February 14, 2014

Valentine's Day - esl-lab.com

Happy Valentine's Day! Having only been married 25+ years (which seems like a short time), keeping a relationship alive requires a lot of patience, selflessness, and compassion. And yes, love in a marriage only gets better with effort. You don't have to be perfect; just willing to understand. Here is a video I created on the topic:

http://esl-lab.com/anniversary/familyrelationships-video.htm

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Valentine's Day

With Valentine's Day around the corner, I thought I would share some of my favorite listening activities on the topic. And some advice to men: don't just give flowers one time a year. Make every day special.

http://esl-lab.com/flowershop/flowershoprd1.htm