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6 Lifehacks for mastering and improving speaking: advice from experienced teachers

Most English students will agree that speaking is the hardest skill to master. You know the words, the grammar is in your head, but when you actually speak, it just doesn't work. After all, speaking is developed only through regular practice, not through reading or writing. At Green Forest, we're…

Grammar

8 free English courses that will improve your language skills in winter 2026

Winter is the time when you want to wrap yourself in a warm blanket, put on a playlist and do something for yourself. When the hectic year ends, it's time to pay attention to yourself, for example, to bring English back into your life. That's why we've put together 8 free English courses…

Fun

10 коротких оповідань та новел англійською для затишних осінніх вечорів

Finally, it’s that time of the year when you can take a cup of tea, wrap yourself in a blanket, and dive into stories you can finish in one sitting. Short stories are not only a pleasure to read, but also an excellent way to boost your English — they develop reading skills, contextual understanding,…

Green Forest Life

Proud to be a Teacher 2025: Key Insights and Conference Opening

At the end of September, the Proud to be a Teacher 2025 conference took place, bringing together dozens of teachers, methodologists, and education researchers. The event became a space for the exchange of experience, discussions about the role of artificial intelligence, the development of soft skills,…

Vocabulary

Friendship in English: from buddy to BFF

We all have friends — those we laugh with until we cry, share secrets with, and support each other even from afar. Friendship isn’t just about warm hugs and adventures; it’s also about the words that can express these feelings. That’s why it’s worth knowing useful vocabulary…

Vocabulary

All about work in English: structure and useful phrases

Have you ever had to explain what you do for a living in English? The words seem familiar, but when it’s time to put them together — nothing comes out. And let’s not even mention describing your responsibilities, your team, or talking about salary. That’s exactly why it’s…

Vocabulary

How to talk about professions in English

In any conversation — whether it’s a job interview, a networking introduction, or just small talk while traveling — knowing how to talk about professions in English will come in handy, as this topic comes up quite often. To feel confident in any situation, it’s important not…

Vocabulary

Daily Routine: talking about your daily life in English with examples and vocabulary

What do you and a native English speaker have in common? We all have daily tasks. We wake up, brush our teeth, drink coffee, work, cook dinner, and finally relax. All of this is part of our daily routine. Knowing everyday words and expressions is helpful not only in lessons but also in real conversations.…

Speaking

How to talk about yourself in English: structure, phrases and an effective elevator pitch

Imagine: you are in a meeting at a dream company, or you are having a conversation with a foreigner at an international conference. And then the classic question: "Tell me about yourself." And then your mind goes blank. What should you say? Will it sound too corny? Or worse — too detailed?…