“I’ve been working very hard for the family business… I think everyone who I work with can see I am there pulling my weight.”

Duchess of Cambridge, England, Kate Middleton, speaking about her work experience (BrainyQuote) -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Do you hate cleaning? Do you wish that someone else would clean your house for you? Well, now is your chance. With the Roomba, you will never have to use a vacuum again.

The Roomba is a robot that will clean all of the nooks and crannies in your house. And you don’t even have to move! The Roomba will move around obstacles when you want it to clean, and will go back to its dock to charge when it’s done. It’s much easier than cleaning by yourself.

Brian wants a Roomba, but he doesn’t want it to clean his house. Find out why in today’s lesson about a special vacuum. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Living with your parents can be nice. They pay for rent, food, and many other things. But there comes a time for all of us when we need to leave the nest. If you want to become independent, you have to move out at some point.

Moving out can be hard. It is sometimes difficult to pay all the bills. And you have to cook for yourself. But many people like living alone, because it means having their own space.

Brian is going to help his brother move out this weekend. Listen to Sara’s advice in today’s English lesson about leaving the nest. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“Good morning, everybody. Andy here, and I’m experiencing a breath of fresh air.”

—Ebaby!’s Andy, speaking about a beautiful, new experience -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Have you ever volunteered to help your neighborhood? Some people believe that it is very important to give back to their communities. It can make you feel good and also help change your community for the better.

There are many different things that people can do that they enjoy for community service. It can be anything from helping to serve lunch at a homeless shelter to picking up trash in local parks. There will always be a need for people who are willing to give their time to help.

Marni tells Gary about her recent community service. Find out more in today’s English lesson about volunteering one’s time. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“I think we’re all political, in a way. Fortunately, I’ve been able to get more in touch with the things I can change and do.”

Actor Gael Garcia Bernal, talking about his interest in politics (IMDb) -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

It’s one thing to tell a friend that he has food in his teeth, or that a pair of jeans doesn’t look great on her. But if you have to confront someone about his halitosis, it’s important to find the right way to say it. A problem with hygiene is a sensitive topic after all, and how you talk about it can affect your friendship.

You can make subtle hints, like asking if your friend would like a piece of peppermint candy. You can take a scientific angle and ask about your friend’s diet, which can make a difference in one’s breath. Another choice is to invite your friend to sit down and just be honest. However you do it, it won’t be easy!

Jessica has a friend with bad breath, and she’s not sure how to tell him. Listen to Gary and Jessica talk about health in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

There are many options when it comes to traveling cross country. With an airplane, you can fly at the speed of light and arrive anywhere within hours of take off. With a car, you can stop anywhere you want along the way. With a train, you have the pleasure of seeing the scenery pass by and enjoying the long ride.

Depending on where you live, trains have a different status in the transportation network. In Europe, for example, trains are definitely an integral part of the transportation system. In the US, however, travel by train is far less common.

Taking a train is different than flying or driving because you can get up and walk around during the trip. Maybe you’re hungry, so you go to the dining car to buy a snack. Maybe your train has an observation deck, and you’d like some fresh air. Train travel does take longer than flying, though, so make sure you have a lot of patience before starting a trip.

If you’ve never ridden a train, maybe now’s the time for you to have an adventure! Head to the station, book a ticket, and listen for the conductor to call, “All aboard!”

Learn who wants to take a train trip in this English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“Today, I got in the mail two eyeshadow palettes, but I feel like the one right here is right up my alley. And I say it’s right up my alley because it has neutral shades that I can use every day.”

—Ebaby!’s Kat, speaking about finding perfect makeup colors -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

If you love exercise, you probably love riding your bike. It’s the perfect way to travel and work out at the same time.

Riding in a city can be scary sometimes. You definitely have to pay attention to the rules of the road and, for safety, wear a helmet. When there are bike lanes, it’s easier to know where you should ride. You don’t want to fight for a spot with a car when you’re on a bike!

Some people ride bicycles just for fun. Other people use them for everyday transportation. Either way, bicycling saves money and reduces your carbon footprint.

Find out who loves to bike in this English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com