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1. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

   Format(s): Text

   An adaptation of the timeless novel by Mark Twain. Part of the Ladder Series, this volume has approximately 2000 headwords and is appropriate for intermediate to advanced learners.

2. Poems About Identity and Self

   In: Poetry Format(s): Text

   Are you a poet looking for inspiration? Check out these poems about identity written by learners from around the world!

3. Other Poems

   In: Poetry Format(s): Text

   Do you like surprises? Read a poem from this month’s selection of poems by English language learners. These poems are not categorized by theme or topic, so choose a poem and enjoy the surprise of where it takes you!

4. The Lighter Side

   In: English Teaching Forum 2005, Volume 43, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This quiz tests students’ knowledge of idioms related to cars and driving.

5. Book Clubs as a Tool for Community Building and Language Enhancement

   In: English Teaching Forum 2017, Volume 55, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   The author uses her own experience starting and facilitating a book club to give advice to others interested in creating a book club in their schools or communities.

6. TRY THIS Skim, Scan, Run

   In: English Teaching Forum 2018, Volume 56, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   Here is a step-by-step guide to getting students out of their seats and moving around – and skimming and scanning reading texts.

7. Promoting Reading Fluency with the ACTIVE Framework

   In: American English Webinars Format(s): Text, Video

   This session, “Promoting Reading Fluency with the ACTIVE Framework,” explores the six elements of the ACTIVE reading framework, designed to systematically enhance reading skills in the EFL classroom.

8. Earthquake Legends and "Wordologies"

   In: English Teaching Forum 2001, Volume 39, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This resource shares earthquake legends from around the world as well as related English idioms.

9. Virginia: The Old Dominion

   In: English Teaching Forum 2009, Volume 47, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This article describes Virginia. It presents facts about its geography, climate, history, work life, symbols, and tourist attractions and activities. It also provides useful websites about Virginia.

10. Poetry Corner: Reading and Reacting to a Michigan Poem

    In: English Teaching Forum 2009, Volume 47, Number 4 Format(s): Text

    “Poetry Corner: Reading and Reacting to a Michigan Poem” consists of activities targeting reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills using a Michigan poem called “How Is It That the Snow,” written by poet Robert Haight, who lives in Michigan.

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