Novamova School of Ukrainian Language and Culture

26/08/2026

Why do Ukrainian summer months have these exact names?

Our ancestors didn't just count the days; they observed the world around them.

That’s why our summer months smell of honey, stain your fingers red, and call for the harvest.

Swipe through the carousel to find out where the names:

ЧЕРВЕНЬ "cherven",

ЛИПЕНЬ "lypen", and

СЕРПЕНЬ "serpen"

come from, how to write them in Latin script correctly, and how to translate them into English.

Which fact surprised you the most?

Share in the comments!

24/08/2026

Happy 35th Independence Day, Ukraine! 🇺🇦
Independence is more than a historical milestone - it lives in the words we choose, the stories we preserve, and the way we connect with the world.

Language is the ultimate heartbeat of identity.

Today, the entire NovaMova community celebrates this day together.

We want to express our deepest gratitude and respect to our teachers. Despite all the challenges, you continue to teach, share your culture, and keep our identity vibrant and strong through every single lesson.

To our global students: thank you for learning Ukrainian, for listening, and for standing with Ukraine. By learning the language, you help our voice echo across the world.

Support Ukraine, support the teachers who keep teaching, and keep learning.

Happy Independence Day! 💙💛



#деньнезалежності

17/08/2026

August 15th is Archaeologist Day in Ukraine - honoring the people who piece together human history bit by bit. Ukrainian land holds world-class treasures: from mammoth-era settlements to the gold of Scythian kings. 

The Golden Pectoral, made of 958-purity gold and weighing 1,150 grams, is an ancient map of the Scythian cosmogonic worldview, astounding in the microscopic detail of its craftsmanship. It is widely ranked alongside the world-famous treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb.

Archaeologist Fedir Vovk and his colleagues, who uncovered the Mizyn site, revolutionized global anthropology and art history regarding Stone Age humans. They proved that as early as 20,000 years ago, people already possessed developed abstract thinking and an aesthetic sense, created rhythmic music, and used complex ornamental art.

Archaeologist Vikentiy Khvoyka and his team discovered giant Trypillian settlements and proved that these were once the largest inhabited places on the planet - surpassing contemporary cities of Mesopotamia in both area and population. This landmark discovery demonstrated that one of Europe’s earliest and most highly developed agricultural civilizations flourished on Ukrainian land.

Archaeologist Borys Farmakovsky, through his systematic excavations, revealed that Olbia served as a vital outpost of Mediterranean ancient civilization on the northern coast of the Black Sea.

09/08/2026

Dear Anna!

Happy Birthday! We wish you a beautiful day from the bottom of our hearts!

To all of us, you are not just an incredible professional. You are someone who truly knows how to create magic. In languages, you see no dry rules, but bridges between hearts that can instantly build trust and change the very atmosphere around you.

Your rare gift is your genuine love for people. You deeply cherish the unique story, experience, and dream of every student, becoming an essential part of their journey. Together with them, you create beautiful little success stories, helping them welcome a new language into their lives easily, boldly, and from day one.

On your birthday, we wish your own life to be filled with everything that brings you true joy.

May inspiration never leave you, and may your desire to create something new always find its way.

May all the warmth, trust, and magic you so generously give to the world come back to you a hundredfold.

Happy Birthday once again! We love you very much!

NovaMova Team

06/08/2026

Spas: The Ukrainian August Festivals of Harvest and Gratitude

If you are staying in Ukraine this August, you will definitely hear the word "Spas" (Спас). To help our international friends understand this beautiful Ukrainian tradition, we have prepared a short guide to the three Spas festivals!

Think of Spas as a Ukrainian series of Thanksgiving days, where ancient harvest celebrations perfectly blend with Christian traditions. During these days, Ukrainians go to churches with beautifully decorated baskets to bless the gifts of nature.

When greeting your Ukrainian friends on these days, you can simply say:
“Vitaiu zi Spasom!” (Вітаю зі Спасом! – Happy Spas!)

Which Spas tradition sounds the most interesting to you? Have you already tried Ukrainian honey or apple pies this August? Let us know in the comments! 👇


#спас

04/08/2026

02/08/2026

Georgian Paradise and the Agony of Lesya Ukrainka: Where Masterpieces Were Born

This legendary Ukrainian author spent the last ten years of her life here in Georgia. After falling ill with a severe illness, bone tuberculosis, she sought a gentle place to rehabilitate with a warm climate.

She lived in Tbilisi, Telavi, Kutaisi, Khoni, and the coastal city of Batumi. Her final refuge was in the mountain resort city of Surami.

Lesya Ukrainka wrote her ultimate masterpiece, Лісова пісня (The Forest Song), in Kutaisi during the summer of 1911. Suffering from the heat and longing for her native Volyn, she created this brilliant fantasy drama in just 10–12 days during a burst of creative inspiration.

On August 1, 1913, Lesya’s heart stopped beating in Surami. Today, the Lesya Ukrainka Museum operates here. Surami also features a school and a street named in her honor.

In memory of the Ukrainian writer, Surami holds annual days of remembrance called "Lesyoba.” When visiting Georgia, make sure to stop by this place.

24/07/2026

In the face of war, Ukraine makes art. ♥️

A remarkable phenomenon is unfolding in major cities across Ukraine today - theaters everywhere are packed to capacity. Today, you might have better luck getting tickets to a global pop star’s world tour than any of these iconic productions.

Amidst constant stress, the theater has become a sanctuary. Here, actors help audiences collectively process emotions through vibrant, raw, and honest theatre -  and at the same time, help strengthen Ukraine’s national spirit.

Ukrainian directors find inspiration in reimagining national classics like The Witch of Konotop, Lymeryvna, Cassandra, and Earth. Shakespeare's works -  King Lear, Macbeth, Richard III, and Coriolanus -  also resonate with striking relevance. Stage designs have become more metaphorical and mobile, replacing heavy props with strategic lighting, stage movement, the electrifying energy of the actors… and, of course, raw emotion. 

The answer to understanding modern Ukraine -  its energy and spirit -  is right behind the stagedoor (if you're lucky enough to snag a ticket, of course!😉).

Are you interested in attending one of these productions? Do you want to understand Ukrainian theatre in its native language? Discover our online and offline courses and take a quick placement test -  link in bio! 🔗👇

20/07/2026

Ready to learn Ukrainian on your own terms? 🇺🇦

Since 2001, NovaMova has taught everyone from tourists to government agencies. We know your schedule is busy, so we built a hybrid model that moves with you.

Our in-person groups in Kyiv and our online groups run concurrently at the same level. That means total flexibility —you can seamlessly switch to online group lessons whenever you travel!

🎁 July Bonus: Enroll in a group course before July 31 and get an additional free individual lesson!

👉 Tap the link www.novamova.ua/offer to claim our special offer

15/07/2026

Looking to choose the perfect teacher for your language goals? 🎯

Meet Olena Panchenko! She has been teaching for over 30 years and has been with NovaMova since 2009.

What can you talk about during her lessons? Just about anything! Olena once dreamed of becoming a historian, and though she chose linguistics (and is incredibly happy with her choice), her passion for history never faded. Family, traditions, national history, and a deep love for four-legged friends - Olena has a loyal companion, a dog named Sherlock. 🐕

Olena didn't leave Kyiv and continues to teach online and offline, no matter what. Her sincerity and immense charisma captivate students from all over the world, which is why her fan base grows every year - and she doesn't even need Instagram for that!

Want to study online or offline? Check in bio our special offer for groups available through July 31.