Welcome to our special series of Halloween campfire stories to get you into a spooky mood. We have prepared some classic American urban legends and real-life ghost stories for you, all topped with fun, jokes and quite a few English learning tips. Sit back, relax and warm yourself by our virtual campfire!

What better way to take a break from the hot summer heat than reading a good book indoors? This article explores four classic American novels that are perfect for literature-lovers and English-language learners alike. The four books featured are perfect for all English-language levels: beginner to advanced. Read on and discover your next favorite book!

Happy Jazz Appreciation Month! Jazz has also evolved over the years to accommodate many styles and techniques. Want to see how jazz has changed for yourself? Check out this small playlist to listen to a jazz song from each decade.

Amanda Gorman received international recognition as the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history for the recitation of her original poem, “The Hill We Climb,” at President Joe Biden’s inauguration in January 2021. Gorman’s poetry, like any other piece of creative content, encourages interpretation. In this article, we laid out several questions that can help you think more critically and analyze any creative work.

Chavez was an American labor organizer and a civil rights activist. Influenced by the injustices he saw at work and the injustices that his parents faced, he took bold action to offer services and representation to his fellow workers by forming the National Farm Workers Association. He helped pass laws, lead boycotts, and gave his community a better future.

Everyone could use the time to recharge and to turn off their screens, and staycations get us out of our normal routine. They are cost-effective, fun, and COVID safe! With warm weather around the corner, it’s time to start drafting up your staycation itinerary.

Conversation hearts are definitely not the most delicious Valentine’s candy in the United States, but it might be the candy with the most history. Conversation hearts are iconic and well-known because they feature cute phrases. Read to discover and decode some of the English phrases!

Language isn’t always what it seems! Phrases called “idioms” are the combination of words that have a meaning that differs from its direct translation, make learning and understanding English difficult for non-native speakers. Read more about idioms and learn ten phrases commonly used in daily conversation.

Leading up to the holidays, Americans use many unfamiliar words and phrases to describe traditions and feelings associated with the season. Though many groups do not celebrate the religious aspect of the holidays, many traditions are deeply embedded in American culture. Everyone can appreciate the season of giving and the importance of family, so join us as we explore festive American vocabulary and a few traditions!