Are you tired of learning English at a desk? Well, guess what – nature is calling, and she speaks English too! Spring in the Northern Hemisphere is the perfect excuse to take your learning outside. You’ll breathe fresh air, feel more relaxed, and pick up real, everyday language from your surroundings.
Here’s how to make the most of spring and improve your English at the same time.
1. Vocabulary Grows Outside
Let’s start with some fun, spring-themed vocabulary:
- Blossom: “The trees are starting to blossom.”
- Drizzle: “It’s not raining hard, just a light drizzle.”
- Bloom: “I love watching flowers bloom in April.”
- Buzzing: “The bees are buzzing around the flowers.”
Challenge: Go outside, take 3 photos, and write an English caption for each. Practice using words for weather, plants, and sounds!
2. English On the Move
Walking and talking go hand in hand. Walking activates your brain and helps you speak more fluently. So, grab your headphones and:
- Listen to an English podcast in the park
- Repeat after an audiobook while walking
- Talk to a friend while strolling
Useful phrases:
- “Let’s take a walk and chat.”
- “I need some fresh air to clear my head.”
Prepositions practice:
- The sun is above the trees.
- The cat is hiding under the bench.
- The birds are in the tree.
3. Talk to Nature (Seriously!)
It sounds silly, but talking to yourself out loud is powerful. Try:
- Describing your surroundings: “The grass is green. The sky is cloudy.”
- Talking to your pet or plants in English (they don’t judge!)
- Saying what you’re doing: “Now I’m picking a flower. I smell it. It’s sweet.”
Idiom of the season: “A breath of fresh air” – something new, refreshing, and positive.
Conclusion
Let spring be your classroom. The wind, the sun, the blossoms – they all give you something to talk about in English. Your energy will rise, your vocabulary will grow, and your motivation will blossom.
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Heidi Nel
14 May 2025