Get on the right route to learning English effectively and enjoyably with these three checkpoints.

1. Rhyme Away

Do you enjoy singing? Did you know that sing along song lyrics is a great way to learn the language? It enables you to learn the rhythm of a language, practice different sounds, improve listening skills as well as grasp on new vocabularies, all at the same time. Hence, it is suggested for kids aged five to twelve to sing along to phonic songs with subtitles while for teenagers aged 13-18, you are recommended to print out the song lyrics to enhance language learning. Singing your heart out instead of solely listening to the songs aids in brushing up your English proficiency!

2. Have a movie night- without subtitles

Great movie coupled with popcorn or some of your favourite snacks; what a blissful way to relax while picking up your English language. Hold on. Do not forget to turn off the subtitles! It aids you in practicing your listening skills. Also, as conversations in the films mirror real-life situations, it helps to familiarise yourself with the interactive English language and get to know the natural flow of speech. Why not you brush up your English language while having a whale of a time? Here are our recommendations exclusively for you- visit BBC Learning English Channel on YouTube or land on respective website of English Central, English Attack or British Council. Let us know your thoughts on their films!

3. Read

You want to enjoy the reading process instead of doing it as a chore, don’t you? Thus, the materials do not necessarily have to be academically written. It can range from storybooks, novels, newspapers, magazines to any writing pieces that interest you as long as it is in English. This lends you a hand in expanding your vocabularies, developing your understanding in the language and seeing grammar usage in action. Refer to the blurb of the book before reading to ensure its content is something that intrigues you. As for beginners, Dr. Seuss’s and Roald Dahl’s books are highly recommended! For those who are interested in knowing what is happening in our local town, pick up a copy of the local community newspaper, Ipoh Echo.

Oops! You have reached at the end of the route. Before you disembark, we advise that you adopt the way which works best in you.  Practice them to ascend your English language to another level while having fun. Elevate your English, elevate your life.