Nesting is known as something many pregnant women do. When you want to nest, you want to get your house ready for the new baby. Nesters will become obsessed with their house. They might start painting, cleaning, and organizing for days! This is just like birds collecting sticks and leaves for their own little baby birds.

Other people, however, just like to nest… for themselves. These people are more like homebodies. They like to clean their house and most importantly… they love spending time in it. It is also way more affordable to stay in and binge-watch Netflix. One might call these people old fogies. But maybe, they just really know how to relax.

Marni was just called a nester and took offense. Listen as she and Dominique talk it over in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Did you have a favorite toy when you were a kid? Perhaps, it was a surprise purchase from your Mom? Maybe, you played with this toy until it fell apart. Or maybe, you finally grew tired of it and became curious about something else. Your favorite toy then sat on a shelf, gathering dust and growing old. Your love for this toy went away and was replaced with a legitimate love for a new toy. Perhaps, that new toy is a fidget spinner.

Fidget spinners are the new must-have toy. The fidget spinner fad is a little out of control. These toys are very tactile and use ball bearings to spin, and spin, and spin. Some people say that fidget spinners can help relieve anxiety and stress. Once you start playing with fidget spinners, there’s no guarantee that you’ll ever stop. Just saying.

Andy recently bought a new toy. Do you think it could be a fidget spinner? Listen, and find out. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“Logan looks like a movie that might break that glass ceiling. I know first hand that it’s amazing. I’ve seen some of it. It’s mind-blowing.”

—Actor Ryan Reynolds, speaking about superhero movie success (Variety) -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Have you ever thought about bringing a rescue dog home from the pound? There are so many animals who need people to care for them, so if you’re in the market for a pet, visiting an animal shelter is a wonderful option.

If you’re only interested in a purebred dog, the pound might not be your best choice, but it’s great if you’re OK with adopting a mutt. Mostly it’s about finding a pet who you bond with and who wants to go home with you!

Read more to learn Marni and Amanda’s opinions about animal shelters in this English lesson about finding a pet. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

People live very busy lives. Our days are sometimes full of tiny details that are difficult to remember. Some people have very difficult jobs that require a lot of focus. If you are a detective investigating a series of crimes, you are asked to handle a very large number of details. How will you keep everything straight? Will you be able to remember the important details? Keep in mind, investigating crimes takes lots of time and effort!

Keep in mind is a phrase that means to think about something or remember something. For example, if you are rehearsing a comedy with your scene partner, you should keep in mind that you are supposed to be funny. So, remember to make people laugh! If you are rehearsing a drama, you should keep in mind that there’s no reason to scare people with bad acting.

Andy and Dominique are being good friends and supporting Kelsey at her audition. Watch as Dominique tells Andy to keep this in mind in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

What is the most atrocious haircut you have ever had? Was it a mullet? A pixie cut? Feathered? Crimped? Maybe, you liked sporting a perm? Or maybe, you decided you couldn’t afford a haircut, so you cut your own hair. And it was a complete catastrophe! But was it as bad as a bowl cut?

Bowl cuts have been around for many, many years. They became very popular in the 1960s when bands like The Monkees and The Beatles had bowl cuts. The bowl cut is a simple, short haircut. It looks like someone put a bowl on your head, and cut off all the hair hanging out below the bowl. Some people think the bowl cut is flattering, and it might be making a comeback.

Andy’s girlfriend wants to give Andy a bowl cut. Listen to find out what he thinks of that idea. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Hugh Hefner, the tough businessman and founder of Playboy Magazine, recently croaked. He was 91 years old. According to some news sources, he passed on due to inhaling black mold spores that were found in his mansion. A few days later, he was buried next to the storied and incredible actress, Marilyn Monroe.

Hugh Hefner was a controversial figure. Many believe he played a huge role in liberating western society from their conservative views about the role of women. His magazine featured articles and stories written by some of the most famous writers and political figures of our time. Others believe his magazine was vile and tasteless. Either way, Hugh Hefner successfully created a billion dollar empire, and his passing is the end of an era.

Listen as Andy and Romeo discuss the recent passing of The Hef. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

“Colin is enough of a good guy. He would never give me advice unless I asked for it. That’s what he did to level the playing field.”

—Actor Taron Egerton, speaking about working with Colin Firth on The Kingsmen (GQ Magazine) -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Mall elves are a great part of Christmas. If you don’t know what elves are, they are teeny-tiny people who help Santa with Christmas. They live in his workshop, make toys for the children, pack them up in Santa’s sleigh, and help Santa with everything he has to do. Malls will have Santa come visit so he can take pictures with the kids.

And guess who’s there to join him? Mall elves. And of course, these are regular people who are working for the holidays. They take pictures of Santa with the kids, dress up in a festive costume, and help things move along. There are many funny stories about adults who work as elves, like Santaland Diaries and Elf. The idea of adults working as elves is a little hilarious.

Marni is going to be a joyful elf this December. Listen as she and Romeo discuss in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com

Is waiting the hardest part? You don’t want to live like a refugee? Are you free falling? Remind you of something? Maybe, you’re thinking of Tom Petty, a famous musician. Tom Petty did not believe he could be a famous musician until he saw The Beatles perform. He thought their band members were like him, so he got a band together, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

Their first big song was The Waiting, which was a hit. His songs were melodic, soulful, and sentimental. Many of his lyrics were about love and sadness. He passed away recently from a heart attack. He had a prolific and wonderful career and will be missed. RIP, Tom Petty!

Marni and Dominique are talking about Tom Petty. Listen as they reflect in today’s English lesson. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com