Kristof Abrath

17/02/2026

Last Friday’s Writing Games & Activities in the Classroom online workshop was a very positive and productive session, with teachers actively sharing ideas and reflecting on their classroom practice.
Some of the feedback included:

“It was really nice and useful, I am looking forward to using the activities in my classrooms.”
“The final booklet is also helpful since everything is in one place.”
“I liked the talking and sharing in English.”
“There is always a lot to learn from what you hear and it gives you time to rethink what you could actually do in class.”

Following this successful workshop, I’m pleased to invite you to my next seminar:

AI in the Classroom – Brno on 27/02/26
This is a practical, teacher-focused session exploring realistic ways AI can support lesson planning, materials, and classroom tasks.

More information and registration here: https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/workshops/ai-in-the-classroom/

See you there,

Kristof

05/02/2026

Turn Feedback Into Fuel for Growth!

Shoutout to Faika Mohamed for the inspiring question! Feedback isn’t just about correcting mistakes—it’s about highlighting the good, improving what’s needed, and encouraging students to try new things. Let’s make learning a positive experience!

Curious how to give feedback that actually helps students grow? Read the full article here: https://kristof.abrath.com/feedback-the-engine-behind-real-progress/

I hope it will clear things up and if you have any questions, just let me know.

Enjoy,

Kristof

02/02/2026

If you’ve ever wished writing lessons were more engaging, interactive, and just… more fun, this is for you.

My Writing Games & Activities in the Classroom workshop is a full‑day, hands‑on experience — practical tools you can use immediately to spark creativity and collaboration in your students.

No theory, no lectures — just doing, experiencing, reflecting, and sharing with fellow teachers. Whether you teach kids, teens, or adults (online or face‑to‑face), you’ll walk away full of fresh ideas.

What are you waiting for? Join us for fun, learning, and real classroom impact!
Sign up here and get 50% OFF:
https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/workshops/writing-games-activities-in-the-classroom-workshop/

See you Friday,

Kristof

26/01/2026

Last Friday’s online teacher seminar brought together 11 English teachers for an active and highly practical session. What stood out most in the feedback was the value of sharing ideas, exchanging real classroom experiences, and learning from one another in a structured, supportive environment.

Teachers especially appreciated the focus on fast finishers, differentiating pace in mixed-ability classes, and collaborative discussions that allowed time to reflect on what truly works in their own classrooms.

The next online seminar focuses fully on Writing Games & Activities and takes place on 6 February 2026. It runs as a full 8-hour training (08:30–15:00) and includes a 70+ page booklet packed with practical writing activities and classroom-ready ideas. The seminar is currently available at half price, but this offer will not last.

To have some idea of what we will look at during the seminar: a free downloadable booklet with 10 writing games and activities. https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/resources/

Limited to 10 places.
Half-price offer ending soon.
Register now to secure your place: https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/workshops/writing-games-activities-in-the-classroom-workshop/

19/01/2026

Last Friday in Prague, 17 English teachers joined a hands-on seminar on mixed ability classes, and it was really inspiring!

From the very first session, the room was full of energy: teachers shared their experiences, discussed classroom challenges, and explored practical strategies to differentiate lessons, engage all students, and manage diverse classrooms.

The feedback was wonderful! Teachers loved the friendly and professional atmosphere, the interactive activities, and the chance to work together, share ideas, and reflect on what works best for their students. Many left with fresh, practical tips they could immediately apply.

All participants received a 70+ page comprehensive booklet packed with activities, ideas, and practical strategies for mixed ability classrooms.

Curious about the seminar?
Grab a free 10 Fast Finisher Activities booklet here as a teaser: 📥 https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/resources/
Or join the next online seminar this Friday to explore practical strategies in depth and collaborate with other English teachers: 👉https://kristof.abrath.com/teachertraining/

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

16/10/2025

Last week’s challenge was all about Part 4 of the Cambridge Use of English paper – Key Word Transformations!

Students really stretched their grammar muscles by rephrasing sentences while keeping the same meaning, a true test of flexibility and precision! 💪✨

They discovered how small grammatical changes can completely shift meaning and how the key word acts as a clever bridge between two sentence structures.

By the end of the class, they could:
✔ Identify the grammar point being tested
✔ Rebuild sentences using a range of structures
✔ Keep the original meaning intact
✔ Use the correct verb forms, tenses, and expressions confidently

It’s inspiring to see how focused and creative they were — turning grammar transformations into a fun linguistic puzzle! 🧩

Step by step, they’re building the skills they need for FCE & CAE exam success. 📘🎓

👉 How about you? Do you enjoy grammar challenges like this?
Tell us in the comments or try transforming this sentence yourself! 👇

13/10/2025

Free Booklet: 10 Games & Activities to Teach the 2nd Conditional

If you’re teaching the 2nd conditional and want to make it more interactive, here’s something for you!
I’ve put together a free booklet with 10 creative grammar games and activities that you can use with children, teens, or adults.

These activities are:
✅ Flexible – easy to adapt to other grammar points
✅ Engaging – designed to get students thinking and speaking in context
✅ Practical – most take just 10–20 minutes
✅ Suitable for A2+ learners

Whether your lesson focuses on speaking, writing, or free production, you’ll find plenty of ways to help your students use grammar naturally and confidently.

All of these ideas (and many more) also feature in my Teacher Training Seminar: Grammar Games & Activities, where we explore how to make grammar lessons fun, interactive, and effective.

📘 Download your free booklet here:
👉 https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/resources/

08/10/2025

🎯 Grammar Games & Activities in the Classroom – Online Seminar for English Teachers
🗓️ Friday, 17th October 2025 | 8:30–15:30 CET
💻 Live on Zoom | 🧑‍🏫 Max. 12 participants
💸 Register before Wednesday 15th October and save 500 CZK!

Tired of grammar lessons that feel repetitive or uninspired?
Want your students to actually enjoy grammar while truly learning?

Join my Grammar Games & Activities in the Classroom Seminar — a full-day, hands-on online workshop where you’ll learn how to make grammar teaching fun, practical, and unforgettable.

✅ Practice many ready-to-use grammar games and activities
✅ Learn how to adapt them for Teens & Adults (A1–C1)
✅ Explore grammar through songs, videos, pictures, and roleplays
✅ Turn even the most boring gap fill into an interactive task!
✅ Share ideas and activities with teachers from across the world
✅ Receive a certificate of completion (CPD-ready)
✅ Get a 60+ page Grammar Activities Booklet full of adaptable resources

🧠 What you’ll experience:
✔ Inductive & deductive grammar presentation techniques
✔ A complete grammar lesson demo (step-by-step)
✔ Pair and group activities that really work
✔ Movement-based grammar games and digital ideas
✔ Real classroom examples and teacher-tested materials

💬 Teachers who joined before said:

“It exceeded my expectations!”
“So many practical ideas I can use immediately.”
“I loved that it was interactive — not just theory!”

🎓 Includes:
8-hour interactive online seminar
CPD certificate
60-page digital Grammar Games & Activities booklet
Small group training (max 12 teachers)
Personal feedback and Q&A

💰 Price:
🧍‍♀️ 1 Teacher – 1,995 CZK → 1,495 CZK (until 15th Oct)
👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 2 Teachers – 3,990 CZK → 2,495 CZK (until 15th Oct)

🚀 Don’t miss out — only 12 spots available!
Reserve your seat now and make grammar the best part of your lessons.

👉 Register here: https://kristof.abrath.com/teachers/workshops/grammar-games-activities-in-the-classroom-workshop/
📩 Questions? Message me directly!

Fun, practical Grammar Games & Activities Workshop for teachers. Learn engaging ways to teach grammar that boost student participation and understanding

06/10/2025

Last week’s challenge was 🎯 Cambridge Use of English Part 3 – Word Formation.

Students learned how to build words like language architects: turning nouns into verbs, adjectives into adverbs, and more! They discovered how prefixes and suffixes can completely change meaning and how careful spelling makes a big difference.

By the end of the class, they knew how to:
✔ Spot the grammar clue in the sentence
✔ Use prefixes and suffixes correctly
✔ Recognize word families and typical patterns
✔ Check that the new word fits both the grammar and meaning

It is nice to see how creative and focused students can be, turning word transformations into a fun language challenge! Step by step, they’re getting exam-ready for FCE & CAE success. 🧩💪📚✨

06/10/2025

2 weeks ago, my students focused on 🎯 Cambridge Use of English Part 2 – Open Cloze.

They explored how this part tests their grammar awareness, vocabulary, and ability to understand context. Together, we looked at what makes a sentence complete — and how one tiny missing word can change everything!

By the end of the lesson, they knew how to:
✔ Read for overall meaning before filling in the blanks
✔ Think about grammar structures (prepositions, linkers, pronouns, modals, etc.)
✔ Avoid adding unnecessary words
✔ Double-check spelling and tense consistency

It is always lovely to see their confidence grow as they figured out each “missing puzzle piece” in the texts. Step by step, they’re mastering Part 2 for FCE & CAE success! 💬📘✨

22/09/2025

🌟 Teen Exam Prep – FCE & CAE 🌟

In last week’s class, our students focused on 🎯 Cambridge Use of English Part 1.
They explored what the task is really testing, discussed common mistakes, and learned practical strategies to avoid exam “traps.”

By the end of the lesson, they knew how to:
✔ Read the text carefully for meaning
✔ Spot correct collocations & phrasal verbs
✔ Use elimination to choose the best option
✔ Manage their time effectively

It was wonderful to see their confidence grow as they worked together on exam-style questions. Step by step, they’re building strong skills for FCE & CAE success. 📘✨