by Englist | May 28, 2025 | Elementary, Englist blog
“And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good” – John Steinbeck Last month, a student of mine wrote a four-part love story starring two capybaras. It was silly, creative, and wonderful—and it never would’ve happened if I’d graded...
by Englist | May 16, 2025 | Elementary, Englist blog, Learning resources
At Englist, we believe that reading regularly is one of the most powerful ways students can improve their English. But building strong reading habits takes time, and the right books. Finding stories that engage students, especially in their second language, can be a...
by Englist | Mar 29, 2025 | Elementary, Englist blog
Before you read about scheduling and your child, take a moment and answer the following questions. Choose the answer that most closely reflects your situation: 1. When was the last time your child had time off school and other scheduled activities and had “nothing to...
by Englist | Mar 20, 2025 | Elementary, Englist blog, Learning resources
Every day across Taiwan, students at buxibans, bilingual programs, and “international” schools open American textbooks filled with stories about the 4th of July, historical figures like George Washington, and jokes that don’t quite land. Taiwanese parents and...
by Englist | Mar 5, 2025 | Academic Writing, Elementary, Englist blog
Parental concerns Last semester, a few parents decided to remove their kids from class about halfway through the term. The parents argued their children were doing too much work during class time — specifically drafting their writing tasks as well as redrafting them...
by Englist | Feb 6, 2025 | Elementary, Englist blog, Learning resources
Hi everyone! Ms. Chiou here. I want to share some tips on how to get kids to read. One of the most common questions we hear from parents is “What else can my son or daughter be doing?” And the answer is always – “Read!” The following opinion might be an...
