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The spelling of number words can be tricky! Did you know that forty is spelled F-O-R-T-Y, not fourty? And while we’re at it, let’s test your spelling skills with some other commonly misspelled words, like millionaire and billionaire. Can you spot the mistakes? Let’s sharpen your number sense and grammar skills in this quick lesson! #GrammarLesson #NumberWords #SpellingTips #CommonMisspellings #LearningEnglish #StudyEnglish #VocabularyEnglish #ESLLesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #HighLevelVocabulary

Are you struggling with who vs. whom? Here’s the easiest trick to get it right every time! Use the he/him test: If you can replace it with he, use who. If him makes sense, go with whom! Example: Who/Whom should I invite? → I should invite him → Whom should I invite? Now you’ll never mix them up again! Try it out! Drop a sentence using whom in the comment.? #WhoVsWhom #GrammarLesson #ESLLesson #LearnEnglish #WritingTips #GrammarHelp #WhoOrWhom #EnglishTeacher #MiddleSchoolELA #CommonMistakes #GrammarCheck

T.I. just gave me the perfect reason to repost my lesson on indubitably! During an interview with #LoganPaul , he confidently responded with indubitably when asked if Kendrick Lamar would perform at the Super Bowl. And guess what? My previous lesson on this very word started trending as people rushed to look it up! So, of course, I had to bring this lesson back! If you’ve ever wondered what indubitably means and how to use it correctly, you’re in the right place. And the irony? People always tell me I look like I could be Tiny’s mother or T.I.’s mother-in-law. Well, indubitably, I had to tag him in this one! Let’s talk about this word, this moment, and this hilarious #coincidence @T.I. #tiword #loganpaulinterview #Indubitably #GrammarLesson #WordOfTheDay #TI #tiharris #KendrickLamar #SuperBowl #Tiny #EnglishTeacher #LearningEnglish #VocabularyBoost #FunWithWords #TeachersOfTikTok #ESLLesson #WritingTips #GrammarMatters #LanguageLover #WordNerd

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Do you struggle with the difference between #fewer and #less? Here’s a quick grammar tip to help you get it right every time! Use fewer when you can count something (like pencils or students). Use less when it’s something you measure (like water, time, or money). Watch this quick lesson to master the difference! #FewerVsLess #GrammarLesson #EnglishTips #LearnEnglish #ESLLesson #EnglishGrammar #WritingTips #GrammarMatters #LanguageLearning #MiddleSchoolELA #TeachersOfTikTok #Grammarly #WordUsage #CommonMistakes #countablenouns #uncountablenouns #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #EnglishTeacher #HomeschoolEnglish #GrammarHelp #WritingSkills

People often misuse self pronouns like #myself, #yourself, and #himself when they should simply say me or I. Just like the confusion between who and whom, these reflexive pronouns trip people up all the time! In this lesson, I break down when to use self pronouns correctly and when to stick with me or I. If you’ve ever wondered whether to say John and myself went to the store or John and I went to the store—this video is for you! #Englishgrammar #meorI #Iorme #G#GrammarLessonEnglishGrammar #ESLLesson #GrammarRules #LearnEnglish #EnglishTeacher #Education #WritingTips #GrammarMistakes #ESL #LanguageLearning #ReflexivePronouns #SelfPronouns #WhoVsWhom #CommonMistakes #SpeakBetterEnglish

Have you ever mixed up further and farther? You’re not alone! These two words trip up students and adults alike. In today’s lesson, I break down the simple trick to remember the difference: farther = distance you can measure, while further = progress or advancement. We’ll walk through easy examples to help you master these commonly confused words once and for all. #learnEnglish ##FurtherVsFarther#GrammarLesson #WritingTips #EnglishLesson #ESLLesson #LearnEnglish #CommonMistakes #WordConfusion #EnglishTeacher #MiddleSchoolELA #GrammarMatters #LanguageLearning #WritingSkills #VocabularyTips #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #Farther #Further #EnglishVocabulary

In this quick grammar and phrase correction video, I tackled some of the most common (and cringeworthy)#language #slipups I hear all the time: • “First come, first-serve” instead of “first come, first served” • “I could care less” instead of “I couldn’t care less” • The not-so-real word “irregardless” • “Shelton talked to I” instead of “Shelton talked to me” • And the mix-up of “our a shoe in” when it should be “a shoo-in” We laughed, we learned, and we leveled up our language. Because grammar isn’t just about being correct—it’s about being clear. Hashtags: #GrammarMistakes #CommonErrors #FixItBeforeYouPostIt #EnglishTeacherLife #LearnEnglishGrammar #MisusedWords #EverydayGrammar #GrammarCheck #StudyEnglish #GrammarTips #ESLLesson #TESOLlesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #MiddleSchoolGrammar #WritingTips #HighLevelVocabulary #LanguageMatters #ShooInNotShoeIn #icouldntcareless #couldcareless ##IrregardlessIsNotAWord#EnglishVocabulary

Are you grateful or grate-ful? My students keep spelling ‘ungrateful’ as ‘ungreatful’—but let’s clear it up! ‘Ungrateful’ comes from ‘grate’ (as in gratitude), not ‘great.’ If someone is ungrateful, they lack gratitude, not greatness! Let’s fix this common mistake together. #Ungrateful #HighLevelVocabulary #VocabularyEnglish #StudyEnglish #LearningAdvancedEnglish #ESLLesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #SpellingMistakes #WritingTips #MiddleSchoolTeacher

Two weeks ago, I introduced a lesson on metaphors, symbolism, and allusions and asked my students, Who is Uncle Sam? One student confidently raised his hand and said, “Samuel L. Jackson!” His reasoning? Because his name is Sam. At the time, it was just a funny moment, but tonight during the Super Bowl halftime show, Samuel L. Jackson actually appeared as Uncle Sam! Did my student predict the future? Probably not—but this is a perfect example of how literary allusions connect to pop culture. Uncle Sam is a symbol of the U.S. government, and this lesson just got a real-world twist I never saw coming! This is why I love teaching—sometimes, my students accidentally prove the very point I’m trying to make. What are the odds?! #SamuelLJacksonUncleSam #UncleSam #SamuelLJackson #SuperBowl2025 #SuperBowlLVIII #Metaphors #Symbolism #Allusions #EnglishTeacher #GrammarLesson #EighthGradeEnglish #EnglishClass #PredictionOrCoincidence #StudentsBeLike #grammar #FunnyClassroomMoments #SuperBowlCommercials #PopCulture #TeachingEnglish #MiddleSchoolTeacher #TeachersOfTikTok #ViralMoment #DidMyStudentKnow #EnglishIsEverywhere #SuperBowlSunday #SuperBowlAds

Another day, another grammar rescue! In this quick lesson, I break down one of social media’s biggest grammar mistakes—your vs. you’re. I show students how to check themselves by replacing your with my to see if it makes sense. A simple swap that saves you from the grammar police! #YourVsYoure #GrammarMistakes #SocialMediaGrammar #GrammarLesson #WritingTips #LearningEnglish #EnglishGrammar #GrammarCheck #ESLLesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #VocabularyEnglish #HighLevelVocabulary #StudyEnglish #LearningAdvancedEnglish

In this lesson, students began by rediscovering the meaning of suffrage, a word many had forgotten. As the discussion unfolded, they connected the concept to their own experiences, expressing feelings of disenfranchisement and questioning the importance of voting. One student remarked, “My parents don’t vote,” sparking a deeper conversation about the generational impact of civic participation. Ms. James shared her personal perspective: “I voted.” The lesson shifted into a grammar and vocabulary focus, breaking down the word suffrage—its meaning, its structure, and its usage in sentences. Students will later explore related words like enfranchise, disenfranchise, and electorate, reinforcing their understanding through practical examples. By the end of the lesson, students not only grasped the definition of suffrage but also engaged in a meaningful discussion about its relevance in today’s world. #Suffrage #Disenfranchisement #CivicVocabulary #HighLevelVocabulary #VocabularyEnglish #StudyEnglish #LearningAdvancedEnglish #ESLLesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #NewVocabulary #GrammarLesson #EnglishGrammar #CivicTerms #VotingRights #EnglishLearning

Did you know that the District of Columbia was named after Christopher Columbus? That’s right! The name Columbia was a poetic reference to the explorer, and in the 18th and 19th centuries, “Columbia” was often used as a symbol for America. But here’s where people get confused—Colombia (with an “o”) is the country in South America, while Columbia (with a “u”) appears in U.S. locations like Washington, D.C., Columbia University, and Columbia Pictures. A quick tip: If you’re talking about the country, use an “o” like in Bogotá, Colombia. If you’re talking about something U.S.-based, it’s with a “u” like in District of Columbia. Did you already know this spelling trick? Let me know in the comments! #DistrictOfColumbia #ColumbiaVsColombia #GrammarLesson #SpellingTips #WhyIsItCalledColumbia #EnglishTeacher #GrammarMatters #SpellingRules #HistoryOfWords #ESLLesson #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #CommonMistakes #AmericanHistory #LearningEnglish #StudyEnglish #WashingtonDC #GeographyFacts

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Hyphens can be tricky, but I’ve got you covered! In this lesson, I break down three key hyphenation rules that will instantly improve your writing: Compound adjectives before a noun – Use a hyphen when two or more words work together as an adjective before a noun (e.g., a well-known author), but no hyphen when the phrase comes after the noun (e.g., The author is well known). Numbers between 21 and 99 – Always hyphenate numbers in this range (e.g., twenty-one students or ninety-nine problems). The prefix ‘re-’ when it means ‘do again’ – Use a hyphen when ‘re-’ changes the meaning of a word, such as re-read (read again) vs. rerecord (which doesn’t need a hyphen because there’s no confusion). Mastering these rules will make your writing clearer and more professional! Let me know in the comments if you’ve seen hyphen mistakes before. #HyphenRules #GrammarTips #EnglishGrammar #WritingTips #GrammarLesson #PunctuationMatters #LearnEnglish #GrammarHelp #ESLLesson #GrammarNerd #GrammarPolice #EnglishWriting

Today’s grammar challenge: I wrote a statement on the board about receiving flowers (a little Valentine’s Day twist!), and my students had to find the mistakes. Most of the errors involved missing commas and apostrophes—common grammar slip-ups! This activity was not only engaging but also reinforced key grammar rules, whether previously learned or newly discovered. I love incorporating interactive lessons like this because they encourage participation and help students catch and correct grammar mistakes in a fun way. Who knew grammar could feel like a game? #grammar ##GrammarLesson#ValentineGrammar #GrammarFun #MiddleSchoolTeacher #EnglishTeacher #GrammarPractice #LearningGrammar #CommaRules #Apostrophes #PunctuationMatters #GrammarEngagement #InteractiveLearning #GrammarMistakes #FunWithGrammar #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #ESLLesson #WritingTips #ClassroomActivity #TeachersOfTikTok #EducationContent

Words matter. This is a reminder of a lesson I taught my students about how language evolves and why we should choose words that uplift rather than harm. A word that was once a medical term has become an insult, and it’s important to recognize why we no longer use it. Learning and growing is part of being human—when we know better, we do better. Let’s be intentional with our words. #WordsMatter #RespectfulLanguage #ThinkBeforeYouSpeak #SocialAwareness #EducatorsOfTikTok #TeachEmpathy #DoBetter #MiddleSchoolMatters

Whenever vs. ‘When When = a specific time (one-time event). Whenever = any time (repeated or uncertain). Quick Test: Substitute every time for whenever—if it works, you’re right! • I smile whenever I see a dog. → I smile every time I see a dog. (Correct!) Comma Tip: • Whenever at the start? Add a comma: Whenever I finish, I relax. • Whenever in the middle? No comma: I relax whenever I finish. Know the difference—write with confidence! #Whenever #WhenVsWhenever #GrammarTips #CommaRules #WritingSkills #ESLLesson #LearnEnglish #GrammarHelp #EnglishLesson #TeachersOfTikTok #MiddleSchoolTeacher #WritingTips #EnglishGrammar #ESLTeacher #LanguageLearning

Understanding verb conjugation is essential for mastering English! In today’s ESL lesson, we’re focusing on the verb “saw.” Many English learners mix up “see,” “saw,” and “seen,” so let’s break it down! “Saw” is the past tense of “see”—it stands alone in a sentence. Want to make sure you’re using it correctly? Watch this quick grammar breakdown to avoid common mistakes and improve your writing and speaking skills! Hashtags: #Saw #ESLLesson #EnglishGrammar #VerbTenses #LearnEnglish #EnglishAsASecondLanguage #PastTense #WritingTips #SpeakingEnglish #EnglishForBeginners #EnglishVocabulary