“I got back from my other job recently. It was a stressful day, so I decided to blow off some steam after.”

—Ebaby!’s Kat, speaking about letting go of stress -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

When a new president is being elected in the US, it is almost impossible not to know and hear about who is “running.” TV, radio, newspapers, and the internet become saturated with the candidates’ photos and comments. The candidates must learn and practice how to be well-versed in everything from education to the military. They must have faith in themselves if they want Americans to vote for them.

If you believe that every voice counts, you probably pay close attention to elections. It’s likely that you read about the people who want to be elected, and you talk to your friends and neighbors about who is the best choice. Like in the US, the candidates get your attention by truly understanding what’s happening around them, and by showing that they know how to get things done. Winning an election is a big job, and that’s only the beginning!

Romeo and Marni are talking about the next election. Find out who enjoys politics in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Being a mother is a full-time job. Sometimes, it’s even too much for one person to handle, especially if she’s already working another job. Day care is one option for moms who need help with their kids. Another option is a nanny.

Nannies can help moms who are overwhelmed by how much work raising kids takes. A nurturing individual can love someone else’s children, cook, and even clean the house so that the mom can have a break, or, in some cases, work at her other job.

Parents want to make sure their kids are safe, though, so references are important when they’re looking for a nanny. Not anyone can take care of somebody else’s children.

Why are Marni and Jeff talking about nannies? Find out in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“Oh! Hey, I didn’t notice you there. I was getting some R & R.”

—Ebaby!’s Andy, speaking about resting and relaxing -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Learning a new language can be fun, but also incredibly difficult. There are always so many rules! The whole process can be really confusing. But one thing that every language has is idioms.

Idioms are phrases that describe something different than what the original words say. For example, a common idiom in English is “It’s raining cats and dogs.” Of course, cats and dogs are not actually falling from the sky. It just means that it is raining really hard.

Gary and Sara wonder where idioms come from. Find out more in today’s English lesson about language. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“I like to play women who blaze trails.”

Actor Hilary Swank, talking about the roles she likes to play in films (BrainyQuote) -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Being part of the military is a serious job. It requires a lot of training, a commitment of several years, and the willingness to go where you’re asked. While some people get military jobs that keep them safe, many people lose their lives. There is always that risk, so enlisting is a big decision.

Talking about military service can be hard, even between friends. Some people feel that joining the army shows how patriotic you are, some don’t agree with having a military at all, and many have opinions in the middle. It’s important to remember that even if your ideology is not the same as your neighbor’s, it’s likely that you both care about keeping your country safe.

Do Lily and Gary agree on the subject of joining the military? Read more in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

In today’s world of technology, there is always something new and big on the Internet. And there is no way to know what the next thing will be. In 2007, the video “Charlie bit my finger” went viral, and became the most watched video on Youtube at the time. In 2012, Psy’s song “Gangnam Style” went viral. It was the first video to reach 1 billion views on Youtube.

For a video to go viral, one often just has to be in the right place at the right time. Who knows, maybe you will have a video go viral, and you can get your fifteen minutes of fame.

Sara and Brian wonder what it takes to make a video go viral. Find out more in today’s English lesson about popular videos. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“I found a picture of me in fourth grade, I think. It brought back a lot of nostalgia, and I became very nostalgic.”

—Ebaby!’s Kat, speaking about remembering the past -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

You’re dating the perfect girl. She’s beautiful, intelligent, and funny. You like the same music, foods, and hobbies. Your friends think she’s great, and your parents do, too. It feels like a dream because everything is going so well. You even start thinking about having a home and a family with her.

Then one day, she doesn’t reply to your texts. Or your emails. It seems strange, so you call her phone. She doesn’t answer. You go to her apartment, but she doesn’t answer the door, either. After two days, you realize she’s being a coward. She wants to break it off. She could be up front and direct, but that’s not her M.O. She’s ghosting you.

Jessica doesn’t believe in ghosting, but Romeo thinks it’s OK sometimes. Who do you agree with? Read on in today’s English lesson about ending relationships. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com