Monday, December 21, 2015

Word of the Day + Quiz | irreproachable by THE LEARNING NETWORK


By THE LEARNING NETWORK

This word has appeared in nine New York Times articles in the past year.

Published: December 22, 2015 at 12:00AM

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What’s Going On in This Picture? | Dec. 21, 2015 by THE LEARNING NETWORK


By THE LEARNING NETWORK

On Mondays, we publish a Times photo without a caption, headline or other information about its origins. Join the conversation by commenting on what you see and why. A live discussion is offered that day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern.

Published: December 21, 2015 at 12:00AM

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What Was the Biggest Trend of 2015–and Did You Embrace It or Skip It? by SHANNON DOYNE


By SHANNON DOYNE

Why do you think so many people got caught in the excitement of certain news stories, entertainment offerings, popular culture moments and fashion purchases?

Published: December 21, 2015 at 12:00AM

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E.L.L. Practice | Curing Blindness in 100,000 People, and Counting by LARRY FERLAZZO


By LARRY FERLAZZO

This post uses a video and article about a doctor who has restored eyesight to more than 100,000 people to help English Language Learners practice choosing the correct pronoun to complete sentences.

Published: December 21, 2015 at 12:00AM

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News Q’s | ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Smashes Box Office Records by SHANNON DOYNE


By SHANNON DOYNE

What might the successful opening weekend mean for the movie industry and the decline it’s been in for years?

Published: December 21, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Sunday, December 20, 2015

Word of the Day + Quiz | sloth by THE LEARNING NETWORK


By THE LEARNING NETWORK

This word has appeared in 53 New York Times articles in the past year.

Published: December 21, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Friday, December 18, 2015

Poetry Pairing | ‘Mistletoe’ by SHANNON DOYNE


By SHANNON DOYNE

December’s Poetry Pairing features Walter de la Mare’s poem “Mistletoe” and Olivia Judson’s 2014 Opinion essay, “The Hemiparasite Season.”

Published: December 18, 2015 at 12:00AM

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