English for The Planet
Learn American English with Teacher Paul
June 2026: Welcome to English for the Planet. Since 2003, an American English teacher has provided free video lessons and resources for people who want to learn English. Teachers and tutors may use this website with their students. No logins. No usernames.
1. Print this list and keep it by your computer to monitor your progress:
The First 70 Lessons Checklist
2. Write! Use a notebook as you complete each lesson.
3. Visit this website once a day and complete at least one lesson per day.
Click on LESSON ONE to begin.
Today's Featured Video
The word “what” is used to form questions, but it’s also useful as an intensifier which increases the degree or meaning of a noun. It’s similar to the adverb “very,” but it’s not an adverb. It functions as an adjective: What strength! What power! What fun!
Pronunciation – You can find videos and pronunciation exercises here. Practice listening to and forming important sounds in English.
Vocabulary – Learn to use individual words and phrases. Over time, you English vocabuary skills will increase.
Listening Exercises – In this Learn English Naturally episode, the topic is water and bodies of water. The main purpose for these kinds of videos is for students to develop their listening skills.
Students and teachers can use these lessons for free. There are seventy lessons. Start at Lesson One and complete each lesson in order. After you finish, your English grammar skills should be better!
One of the biggest challenges when learning a new language is developing vocabulary skills. This section can help you achieve your vocabulary goals.
About Your Teacher
My name is Paul. I have been an English teacher since 1988. I enjoy sharing my knowledge about the English language with people from around the world. Most people know me from the YouTube channel LearnAmericanEnglishOnline.
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I’m American, so I teach the American form of English. It’s the form of English I know well! You can learn what makes this website different on the About page. There you will also learn a little more about my background if you are interested.
Your Teacher, Paul Lawrence
Founder of English For The Planet
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