ECP coach Darren talks about why he is missing sport so much during the lockdown. No, it’s not only a game. Missing sport is so much more than that. Click here to download the WEP…
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Scientists Invent a Schrödinger Spanish Omelette
Breaking news! Scientists create a Schrödinger Spanish omelette both with and without onion. Spanish cuisine can finally be reunited after decades of conflict. Click on the image to download the pdf Read and check you understand…
Edurne Pasaban: Two Lifetimes in One
Last Sunday marked the 10th anniversary of Edurne Pasaban becoming the first woman to climb all fourteen 8000ers. ECP coach Rob Hextall finds out more about the Basque climber. Click on the image to download…
IDAHO: International Day Against Homophobia
This Sunday is the International Day Against Homophobia – IDAHO – and marks the 30th anniversary of a crucial achievement for LGBTQ rights. ECP coach Ali looks into IDAHO and what it means to the LGBTQ…
Using a Mini Phone to Fight Screen Addiction
Nowadays, electronic devices are constantly calling out for our attention. ECP coach Rob describes his battle against screen addiction. Click on the image to download the pdf Read and check you understand this vocabulary before…
Rekindling Hobbies During Lockdown
After many years, ECP coach Darren has taken up drawing again but, unfortunately, he doesn’t believe it has started well. Click on the image to download the pdf Read and check you understand this vocabulary…
The Pros and Cons of Catching Up in Lockdown
‘Catching up’ is the new craze for people whose habits have been changed by the lockdown. But what are the different meanings of this phrasal verb? ECP coach Rob investigates. Click on the image to…
A Good Read: The Art of Loving
The lockdown due to the COVID–19 crisis has given us the opportunity to read more. Here, ECP coach John describes The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm. Click on the image to download the pdf…
From Siestas to Saunas: 10 European Wellness Traditions
Europe is home to some of the happiest, healthiest countries in the world. So, what can we learn from European wellness traditions? Click on the image to download the pdf Read and check you understand this…
No-one Knows a City Better Than Homeless Person
If you visit Dublin, Ireland, you might receive a guided tour from someone who used to be homeless Click on the image to download the pdf Read and check you understand this vocabulary before you…