From Classroom to Museum

  Traveling to an English-speaking country? Knowing some essential English phrases can make your trip easier, smoother, and more enjoyable ! Whether you need to ask for directions, order food, or check into a hotel, these phrases will help you communicate with confidence . 🛂 At the Airport ✅ “Where is the baggage claim?” – To find your luggage after landing. ✅ “Where can I find a taxi/bus to the city center?” – Asking for transportation options. ✅ “What time is my flight boarding?” – To check when you can enter the plane. ✅ “Do I need to fill out any customs forms?” – If unsure about immigration paperwork. 🏨 At the Hotel ✅ “I have a reservation under [Your Name].” – Checking in. ✅ “What time is breakfast served?” – To know when you can eat. ✅ “Can I have an extra towel/pillow, please?” – Requesting additional items. ✅ “How do I connect to the Wi-Fi?” – A common request for internet access. ✅ “Can I check out late?” – If you need extra time before leaving. 🍽...

Teaching English to children can be both exciting and challenging . Young learners have short attention spans , but they also love to play, explore, and be creative . The key to success? Make learning fun! When kids enjoy their lessons, they stay engaged, learn faster, and develop a positive attitude toward language learning . I suggest you some practical and fun ways to teach English to kids! 🎶 1. Use Songs and Rhymes  Children love music, and songs help with memory and pronunciation . Choose catchy tunes with simple lyrics, such as: ✅ The Wheels on the Bus – for action verbs and transportation words ✅ If You’re Happy and You Know It – for emotions and commands ✅ Five Little Monkeys – for numbers and storytelling 🎤 Tip: Encourage kids to sing along and use hand movements to make learning more interactive! 🎲 2. Turn Learning into a Game Games make learning feel like play and help kids practice without stress. Some easy classroom or at-home games include: 🟢 Sim...

Language is more than just words—it is a window into culture , history, and the way people see the world. As someone who works at the Ternopil Regional Museum of Local Lore , I witness firsthand how language and culture intertwine, shaping our understanding of the past and present. Museums, in particular, offer a fascinating perspective on this connection, helping visitors experience history through language . 📜 The Language of History: More Than Just Words Every museum tells a story, but how that story is told depends on language. The words we use to describe historical events, artifacts, and traditions influence how we understand them. For example, in Ukrainian, the word “воля” means both "freedom" and "will" , reflecting the deep cultural value of independence in Ukrainian history. Similarly, different cultures have unique words that cannot always be translated directly, emphasizing how language shapes thought. When guiding international visitors, I often n...

Hello, everyone! I am Uliana Hladka, and I am a passionate language learner and educator currently studying at the Foreign Languages Department of Ternopil National Pedagogical University (TNPU) . With over two years of experience in teaching English to children , I am dedicated to making language learning engaging and accessible for young learners. In addition to teaching, I work at the Ternopil Regional Museum of Local Lore , where I interact with international visitors, deepening my understanding of cultural exchange and communication. My unique experience in both education and museum work allows me to combine language, history, and culture in innovative ways. Through this blog, I share  practical language learning tips, teaching insights, and cultural reflections , helping others explore the world of languages with confidence and curiosity.