History and introduction of a holiday celebrating love (for English conversation) ⇔ Holiday: Valentine’s Day © Feb 2021 Michael Krigline, MA Note to teachers: These two “shorter” articles (scroll down for “lower level” version) would work well in a “conversational … Continue reading →
It’s a Wonderful Life; www.EFLsuccess.com Story: George lives for others all his life. One Christmas Eve, a relative’s error threatens to put him in jail. While considering suicide, George gets an unexpected gift when an angel shows him what his town … Continue reading →
Honoring an explorer, and interpreting history ⇔ Holiday: Columbus Day, part 1 © Oct 2020 Michael Krigline, MA Note to teachers: This “longer” two-part article would work well in a class about American history & culture; for a “conversational English” … Continue reading →
Honoring an explorer, and interpreting history ⇔ Holiday: Columbus Day, part 1 (lower English version) © Oct 2020 Michael Krigline, MA Note to teachers: These “shorter” articles would work well in a “conversation” class where the goal is to give … Continue reading →
The Road to Redemption; www.EFLsuccess.com Story: This comedy is about life in our times. Amanda’s money problems lead her to “borrow” money from her boss (without permission). After gambling it away, she soon finds the mob (deadly criminals) chasing her. … Continue reading →
EFL lesson about birthday cakes, virtual parties, and second birthdays ⇔ Holiday: Birthday Celebrations ~ Then and Now © August 2020 Michael Krigline, MA Underlined terms are explained in the vocabulary section below. Note to teachers: you can find an “easier” version … Continue reading →
The Sand Lot (1); www.EFLsuccess.com Story: How do kids spend the summer in America? In this film, you’ll see July 4 fireworks and a local fair (tiny, moving amusement park), but you’ll mainly see the guys play baseball by the hour … Continue reading →
America’s birthday ⇔ Holiday: The Fourth of July (Independence Day) © June 2020 Michael Krigline, MA Underlined terms are explained in the vocabulary section below. Note to teachers: This post contains an article for conversational English classes, followed by more information (from … Continue reading →
A holiday recognizing the end of slavery and celebrating African-American culture ⇔ Holiday: Juneteenth ©2021 Michael Krigline, MA Underlined terms are explained in the vocabulary section below. Note to teachers: This “longer” article would work well in a class about American history & … Continue reading →
A holiday recognizing the end of slavery and celebrating African-American culture ⇔ Holiday: Juneteenth (short version) ©2020 Michael Krigline, MA Underlined terms are explained in the vocabulary section below. Note to teachers: This “shorter” article would work well in a “conversation” class where … Continue reading →
June 14 is Flag Day in the US; plus an explanation of “half-staff” flags. Jun 13, 2020. wp.krigline.com ⇔ (for a version using lower-level English, click here) Why are there so many flags on June 14? Many Americans proudly display the US flag … Continue reading →
Ever After, A Cinderella Story, www.EFLsuccess.com Story: Cinderella wouldn’t have needed a magic pumpkin if she’d had Da Vinci! France’s Crown Prince wants to run away from his overbearing father until a “modern-thinking” young woman captures his heart. But will 16th century … Continue reading →