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English Learning
Practical guides, study strategies, grammar tips, reading advice, and exam preparation resources for English learners.
English Coursebook, Grammar Book or Graded Reader: What Do You Actually Need?
Do you need a learning plan, focused grammar practice or more reading? Compare three types of English books and choose the resource that fits your current goal.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
15 hours ago6 min read
How to Write a Clear, Polite Email in English
Help your reader understand what you need and how to respond. Explore two original email examples, then practise writing a clear request with a model answer.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
16 hours ago6 min read
English Collocations: Why Familiar Words Do Not Always Fit Together
Knowing a word does not always tell you which words belong beside it. Explore English collocations through a short editing example and a practical method for checking usage.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
2 days ago5 min read
Why Knowing English Grammar Rules Does Not Always Lead to Accurate Speaking
You can explain a grammar rule and still make mistakes when speaking. Discover what changes in conversation and how to practise using familiar grammar in new situations.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
2 days ago5 min read
Graded Readers or Original Books: What Should You Read in English?
Should you choose a graded reader or an unadapted book? Compare the language, see two versions of a short scene, and find a book that fits your reading goals.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
3 days ago5 min read
Learning English as an Adult: Where Should You Start?
Start with the English you need in everyday life. Explore three adult beginner examples, choose a first goal, and build a practical routine around it.
Carob Publishing Editorial Team
4 days ago5 min read
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