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The One Thing You Should Do in 2023
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There are probably many things on your To Do In 2023 list already, however I don't think you have thought about the thing I write. In fact, this is something we usually don't focus on - I mean, if we have it, it's cool, and if we don't have it, we don't even think about it. And we really, really should, especially if we teach!

We Wish You a Merry... what exactly? (no-prep lesson plan)
Do you sometimes wonder what's the best phrase for the winter holidays? After all, not everyone celebrates Christmas, so maybe you should say Happy Holidays?
Well, I think it's best if you ask your students! That's why I prepared a short and simple no-prep lesson plan!

5 Free Online Lessons in December
'tis the season to be jolly! That's why I've decided to share some simple videos you can use in your classroom with your students to learn something new (in English) and still have fun!

But Wait! It Gets Worse! (no-prep lesson plan)
November can be quite dreary - we've already forgotten summer, and winter break seems to be only too far in the future. Maybe now's the time to enjoy a little bit of fun? I have a simple lesson plan that will make your students not only laugh but also complain to their hearts' content.

How to Stay Warm in the Classroom? (5 minute lesson plan)
The question itself makes a lot of sense, but alas I cannot help you... although I know who can! Watch the video to check a short and no-prep lesson plan that will help your students not only use English but also develop their problem solving skills.

7 Free Online Courses in November
Long, hopefully rainy evenings are just made to stay in and enjoy the coziness of warm blanket, cup of one's favourite beverage... and a nice online course. Seriously, now's the great time to think about professional development - you're quite familiar with your students and the most problematic issues have already emerged.

Storytelling: How to Start (lesson plan)
I know some of you speak full storylingo, but there are still those who haven’t started storytelling yet and are quite anxious to try. Allow me then to show you the ropes and guide you through one of the easiest and most intuitive activities introducing storytelling in the classroom.

Oh No! It's a Mistake!
There are so many wrong things about the mistakes, like: judging others, feeling ashamed, stressed or frustrated - but we can change this!
I won't tell you the ultimate trick to stop making mistakes, but I can share three simple activities that will help your students overcome their anxieties. Because mistakes are awesome - and so are we!

7 Free Online Courses in October
Somehow October makes us less likely to enjoy the evening strolls, but on the other hand the idea of cosy evenings at home is far more alluring. That's why I found some interesting - and short - courses you may enjoy this month. You will find something about inclusivity, creativity, and using interesting tools (like video games!) in your classroom.

Google Scholar in the Classroom: More than Academic English
We can believe our students are digital natives and know everything about the internet, but it isn't so - studies show young people are basically pushed into the ocean of the internet without learning the basic swimming moves.
That's why I want to share with you a tool that made the life of my teenage students much easier.
