COOL ENGLISH

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The COOL ENGLISH podcast is a great place to review English vocabulary, pronunciation and culture all in a fun and dynamic way with links to interactive activities that pair with the podcasts. https://www.coolenglish.net/

  1. HÁ 22 H

    Picture Dissection Game: Parts of Speech Made Fun & Visual!

    Get ready for Picture Dissection, the visual grammar game that transforms how students learn parts of speech! We use amazing images to help learners identify nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs, then put them together to create beautiful descriptive phrases. This activity works for all English levels and brings grammar to life through stunning visuals. Perfect for ESL teachers looking for engaging classroom activities and students who want to practice grammar in a fun, creative way. Listen as we break down the complete process and show you how pictures can become powerful learning tools for mastering parts of speech. Visit coolenglish.org for more resources or find us on YouTube!

    6min

  2. 21 DE FEV.

    Minimal Pairs Workshop: Mastering Short A vs. Short E

    Are you a "bad" cook or a "bed" cook? 🛏️In this video podcast, we tackle the final set in our Minimal Pairs series: the tricky Short A (/æ/) and Short E (/e/) vowels. These sounds cause confusion for millions of learners. Watch the video to practice tricky pairs like: Bat vs. Bet 🦇🎰 Man vs. Men 🧍‍♂️👬 Pan vs. Pen 🍳🖊️ See the interactive games and movie clips in action, then head over to CoolEnglish.net to take the full test! 🔗 Link to Activity: https://www.coolenglish.org/

    7min

  3. 4 DE FEV.

    The "Hat vs. Rat" Minimal Pairs Challenge (/h/ vs /r/)

    In this video podcast, we continue our Minimal Pairs series with the tricky /h/ and /r/ sounds. These two sounds often trip up learners, leading to funny (or embarrassing!) misunderstandings. Watch the video to practice pairs like: Hat vs. Rat 🎩🐀 Hair vs. Rare Heat vs. Read See the interactive games and movie clips in action, then head over to CoolEnglish.net to take the full test! 🔗 Link to Activity: [https://www.coolenglish.org/activities?category=speaking&subcategory=d3c1a72c-c16b-482a-a0ca-8851d85efbef

    7min

  4. 29 DE JAN.

    Pronunciation Workshop: Mastering "Day" vs "They" (Minimal Pairs)

    Is it a "bad day" or a "bad they"? 📅In this video episode, we tackle the voiced TH sound (/ð/) and its arch-nemesis, the /d/ sound. This isn't just a lecture; it's an interactive walkthrough. We will test your listening skills with our new Minimal Pairs activity. We will practice: Day vs. They Dare vs. There Dough vs. Though Dirty vs. Thirty Watch the screencast to see the mouth positions and try the "Dictation Game," then head over to CoolEnglish.net to take the full test! 🔗 Link to Activity: https://www.coolenglish.org/activities?category=speaking&subcategory=d3c1a72c-c16b-482a-a0ca-8851d85efbef

    6min

  5. 21 DE JAN.

    Vocational English: The Construction & Building Workshop

    Put on your hard hat! 👷 In this week's episode, we finish our look at Vocational English for now with the Construction and Building industry. If you are working in a trade or teaching students who do, this vocabulary set is essential. What's inside this 10-minute lesson: Visual Flashcards: Match the tool to the word. Context Clues: Read safety signs and project updates. Listening Practice: Hear how native speakers talk about renovations and building projects. and much more. 🔗 Link to Activity: https://www.coolenglish.org/activities

    8min

  6. 14 DE JAN.

    Vocational Vocab: Tools for the Garden & Landscaping

    Time to get your hands dirty! 🌻 In this week's episode, we continue our Vocational Vocab series by heading outdoors to cover Gardening & Landscaping. From maintaining a lawn to planting a flower bed, specific tools require specific English names. Don't call everything a "cutter"—learn the difference between shears, trimmers, and mowers! What's inside this 5-minute lesson: Visual Vocabulary: See the tool, hear the word. Open Questions: Practice talking about outdoor tasks and preferences. Real-World Videos: Clips from movies and TV keep it fun. 🔗 Link to Activity: https://www.coolenglish.org/activities

    10min

  7. 9 DE JAN.

    Learn English for the Office with Vocational Vocab

    Ready to level up your career English? In this week's episode, we are launching our brand new "Vocational Vocabulary" series! We are starting with the Office & Administration sector. This isn't just a list of words; it's a deep dive into how these words are actually used in memos, emails, and conversations. What's inside this 5-minute lesson: Interactive Flashcards & Pronunciation. "Story Choices" to practice context. Video clips from TV and Movies to test your ear. For Teachers: This is part of a complete module on CoolEnglish.net that includes a 9-part learning path and a printable PDF. For Students: Watch this video to master the vocabulary, then head to the site to take the Final Test! 🔗 Link to Site: https://www.coolenglish.org/

    9min

  8. 04/11/2025

    Learn the Months of the Year in English 🗓️ | Fun Calendar Practice!

    In this episode, we explore the Months of the Year — a fun, interactive way to help students learn all 12 months while connecting them to real-life events, holidays, and seasons. Each section of the activity helps learners build confidence through:🎬 video clips, 🎯 games, 📖 stories, and 📄 printable PDFs. It’s perfect for beginner and intermediate ESL students who want to go beyond memorization and truly use the months in everyday English. 🔗 Play the full “Months of the Year” activity on CoolEnglish.net → Days, Months, and Dates💬 What’s your favorite month — and why? Tell us @CoolEnglishESL!

    7min
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The COOL ENGLISH podcast is a great place to review English vocabulary, pronunciation and culture all in a fun and dynamic way with links to interactive activities that pair with the podcasts. https://www.coolenglish.net/

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  • Criado por
    John Turner
  • Anos de atividade
    2020 - 2026
  • Episódios
    114
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © John Turner
  • Site do podcast
    COOL ENGLISH