Many families wonder how they can help their children with English if they themselves sometimes do not master it. At ELI, we know that family support is key for children to feel motivated and confident in their learning process. That is why today we share some simple and effective ideas to support from home, without having to speak English.
Every October, houses fill with pumpkins, streaming platforms turn dark and costumes come out of the closet. But… why do we love Halloween so much?
September arrives with its fresh air, the smell of new books and that feeling that summer is saying goodbye to give way to new opportunities. While in Granollers we set the alarm again, have you ever wondered how this “starting over” is experienced in other places in Europe?
Today we invite you on a quick trip. We will pack our bags to discover how they resume routine in the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy. And why these places? Because at ELI we learn their languages and want to know more about them. Let’s go!
Cambridge exams are a great opportunity to certify your English level and open academic and professional doors. But how can you prepare effectively to achieve the best result? Here is a guide with techniques and practical advice to face the exam with confidence.
The month of July is a fantastic opportunity to dedicate time to learning English. Whether you are already an ELI student or simply want to take advantage of the summer to improve your level, we have the perfect course for you! We offer a wide variety of programs tailored to different needs and goals.
If you want to learn quickly, prepare for an official exam, reinforce your knowledge or simply enjoy a dynamic and interactive language immersion, here you will find the ideal course! Discover all the options we have for you.
Readers, in this blog we present an eclectic list of some of the books that are succeeding in Catalonia. Novelties of fiction and works that are setting trends, here you will find readings for all tastes and ages. With Easter approaching (many of you have more time to enjoy reading) and with Sant Jordi around the corner, it is the perfect time to give (or give yourself) a book that will accompany you during this month of April. And some of them have or will have their film version, keep reading to find out more!
There are many reasons why we have a hard time understanding English when we hear it. One of the main ones is pronunciation. English speakers pronounce words differently than we do when we haven’t had much practice yet. We also often lack vocabulary. And with grammar, of course, we have to feel relatively comfortable in order to understand what they are saying to us.
Each start of the year fills us with energy and the desire to change and improve. New Year’s resolutions are like little seeds we plant inside ourselves, waiting for them to blossom and give us fruit.
And what a better time to plant those seeds than after Christmas? With family gathered, friends nearby and the Christmas spirit in the air, we feel more connected and eager for new activities. Let’s go!
Second and last part of this installment! We continue talking about curious Christmas traditions that you can find all over the world . Did you miss the first part? You have it on our blog , don’t miss it!
Do you think “ el Tió” is a Christmas eccentricity? When we talk to people from outside Catalonia (and especially from outside Spain ) and we explain to them what the Catalan tradition of “el Tió” consists of, they are usually perplexed and sometimes they don’t quite understand it, has this happened to you? Well, get ready to discover traditions that will surprise you! Christmas is a global celebration, but each culture adds its own personal touch, creating a very curious mix of habits.
