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Dear Russian language teachers and independent learners! Here is a list of basic verbs that will help you and your students talk about themselves — whether during a warm-up activity or while discussing daily routines, habits, or stories from the past. I compiled this list from the verbs my A1–A2 level adult students most often use during our warm-up conversations, when we get to know each other or talk about past experiences. Having this list in front of them definitely makes this part of the le

Dear teachers and students of the Russian language! Here is a an easy and short introduction to the verb "останАвливаться (imp)/остановИться (perf.) with easy to memorize examples and understanding the difference in meanings of the verbs. Suitable for A2-B1. Happy to help! Best wishes, Elena Bonvin

Dear Russian language teachers! This is a 25-30 minute lesson for training reading and speaking skills for students studying Russian for business or interested in learning business vocabulary. In the article (that I had to adapt slightly) you will find frequently used vocabulary on how to actually start a new business, credit, loans etc. And practical piece of advice to the students from certified business expert. My american student of B2 level found this lesson highly efficient, motivating and

Dear Russian Language Teachers,When it comes to practicing verbs of motion, there's no such thing as too many exercises! I like to approach this through dialogues that reflect real-life situations and conversations. I've used these dialogues with my students and have been very pleased with the results. Here's how I typically work with them: First reading – We read together, taking turns. Second reading – We switch roles between the characters. Third reading – The student reads the entire dial

Dear colleagues! I am a big fan of teaching grammar and vocabulary through songs. Here it is - Accusative Case through the rock'n'roll song "Я выбираю" by a famous Russian rock, soul, pop group "Моральный кодекс". Not only I explain the basics of Accusative Case there but give a table with personal pronouns in the Accusatuve Case and a vocabulary table. Moreover, your students surely will learn or start using more actively such verbs as "ВЫБИРАТЬ", "ИГРАТЬ", ГОВОРИТЬ". My personal experience a

Dear Russian language teachers, I'm excited to share a resource that I've successfully used multiple times with my C1–C2 students who are keen on exploring Russian slang and advanced conversational speech. This video features a relaxed and witty conversation among four adult friends as they discuss what brings them comfort today and what no longer does. The humor is sophisticated yet accessible, brought to life by talented actors whose performances spark engaging discussions and valuable insight

Dear teachers of the Russian Language! Here is a 30-40 minute lesson for your B1-B2 students studying financial related vocabulary. This PDF is based on one of my favourite Russian travel shows "Жизнь других". You will easily find an original episode on the official YouTube channel of this show - The Life of Others. Moreover, professional English subtitles are also available. Good luck to you and your students! Best, Elena Bonvin Online teacher, content creator, Fulbrighter.