Blog Posts under English

Helping Your Child Understand Past, Present, and Future Tense

Using correct grammar is essential for understanding a language and being able to communicate effectively. For many children, verb tenses can be especially difficult to master. If your child is having difficulty with the past, present, and future, try some of the strategies discussed below to help h...

Avoid Misusing These Commonly Mistaken Words

English is largely considered to be one of the world's most difficult tongues. But whether you're a native speaker or brand new to the language, some words are more difficult than others. Let's take a look at a few of the most commonly misused words.

Ironic

Many people assume "ironic" means someth...

Twelve Common Character Archetypes in Literature

An archetypical character is one that evinces a set of predictable traits. "Archetype" is derived from the Greek archein, meaning "old" or "origin," and typos, meaning "model" or "type." The following dozen archetypes are often singled out as prime examples for the college reader.

Ruled by...

Five Tips for Improving Imagery in Writing

Though we're not all poets, most of us have been asked to write creatively in an educational setting. English classes from primary school onward encourage students to write in a descriptive manner using techniques involving imagery. If you struggle with writing in this fashion, read on for five tips...

4 easy ways to expand your child's vocabulary

All parents want their children to do well in school and develop those all-important skills along the way to enjoy a better adult life. One way we can really help our children to succeed is to encourage them to develop their vocabulary. There are plenty of ways to do this including the most obvious ...