In this post, listen to Dr. Alireza Peyman’s narration of one of Hafez’s most beloved ghazals, “Dani ke chist dolat?” (“Do you know what fortune is?”). This timeless Persian poem reflects the joy of love, divine beauty, and the fleeting nature of life. Below, you’ll find the original verses in Persian, phonetic pronunciation, and accurate …
The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde for ESL students with vocabulary practice in real context, questions for discussion, and a video or podcast to practice listening comprehension. This short story is in the public domain. Video of the Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde Watch this video on YouTube The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde Every …
In Forget-Me-Not, Maryam Shabani takes us on an emotional journey through love, loss, and resilience. This bilingual poem, presented in both English and Persian, explores the delicate interplay of memory and emotion against the backdrop of winter and solitude. With vivid imagery and a haunting narrative voice, the poet invites readers to reflect on the …
This exquisite Persian sonnet by the renowned 13th-century poet Sa’di Shirazi explores the overwhelming power of love and the emotional turmoil it brings. Sa’di masterfully blends imagery, emotion, and philosophical depth in this ghazal, expressing how love defies reason and control. This post presents the original Persian verses alongside English phonetics and accurate translations to …
Hafiz Shirazi, one of the most celebrated poets in Persian literature, offers a rich tapestry of imagery, emotion, and wisdom in his works. In this lesson, we delve into one of his renowned poems, presenting it alongside its English translation and phonetic transcription. This approach aims to guide non-Persian speakers in navigating the intricacies of …
The Horse Whisperer (1998) movie analysis and film criticism for English students to practice the 4 language skills in an integrated manner based on the English Immersion Program The Horse Whisperer (1998) movie trailer Watch this video on YouTube The Horse Whisperer (1998) movie analysis The Horse Whisperer (1998), directed by Robert Redford, weaves a …
Jane Eyre (2011) movie analysis and film criticism for advanced ESL students based on the English Immersion Program to practice the 4 language skills in an interactive and natural manner Jane Eyre (2011) movie trailer Jane Eyre (2011) movie analysis Jane Eyre (2011) is a poignant tale of love, resilience, and social inequality set in …
In the vibrant, bustling heart of Okinawa, Japan, lies a community renowned for its longevity and zest for life. Here, amidst the lush greenery and azure waters, the concept of Ikigai flourishes. Ikigai, loosely translated as “a reason for being,” is a philosophy that has captured the imagination of the world, promising a path to …
Mary Had a Little Lamb song for kids sung by Bita Hariri Asl and played by her father, Dr. Mohammad Hossein Hariri Asl Video of Mary Had a Little Lamb Watch this video on YouTube Lyrics of Mary Had a Little Lamb Mary had a little lamb, little lamb, little lamb Mary had a little …
Little Thumbelina by Hans Christian Andersen with a podcast and list of vocabulary practice for young learners and ESL students Little Thumbelina is now in the public domain available on Gutenberg Project. Persian version of Little Thumbelina Click on the link below to read the Persian version of Little Thumbelina: داستان بند انگشتی برای آموزش …