Lies
that Can't be Proven
by Makassia; April 20, 2009
A lie gets a young woman into big trouble! Read
the story
The
Newly-Rich Mushroom
by Beatrice; April 20, 2009
A trip to the "antique" market doesn't quite turn out as
planned! Read
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Not
the Biggest Rain Ever
by Frank; April 20, 2009
But big enough to cause a lot of trouble! Read
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Old
Hometown - Manila
by Marc; April 12, 2009
Marc writes about a joyous childhood in Manila and then
updates us on the devastating changes to his home town.
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Keep
Away from the Crow
by Hongxin; April 12, 2009
Hongxin explains Chinese beliefs and idioms related to the
crow.
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More
than Enough
by Kamaljeet; April 12, 2009
Kamaljeet relates the tale of an over-talkative customer.
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Old
Hometown - Shanghai
by Eve; April 5, 2009
Eve recalls her early years in old Shanghai, before it grew
into the city it is today.
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A
Walking Joke
by Zarghoona; April 5, 2009
Zarghoona writes about the importance of understanding idiom,
and the bad results if you don't!
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Anberlin:
Meaningful Music
by Chris; April 5, 2009
Chris introduces us to a favourite band.
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the story
Choosing
Love Over Death
by Makassia; March
30, 2009
Want to read something romantic and scary at the same time? Read
the story
War;
The Answer to a Global Crisis?
by Marc; March
30, 2009
In Marc's story, a crazy old man rants about war. Should we
believe him? Read
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Tragic
Single Moms
by Esther; March 23, 2009
Esther remembers a shocking day in a high school Career and
Personal Planning class.
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The
Cubic Life
by Beatrice; March
21, 2009
Beatrice's piece chronicles the life of Lily, a rebellious girl
growing up in China, who later emigrates to Canada. Read
the story
"Addicted"
to Oil? Let's Be Realistic
by Eve; March
9, 2009
Eve writes an impassioned response to her teacher's essay
on his addiction to oil. Read
the story
The
Value of Regular Writing Practice
by Brad; March
1, 2009
Brad writes on how he helps his students to
become better writers. Read
the story
Raising
the Driving Age
by Makassia; February
1, 2009
Makassia presents a strong argument for
raising the legal driving age. Read
the story
A
Film with Impact: No Man's Land
by Phoebe; January 12, 2009
Phoebe gives an account of the connection between the film
and her real-life experience in Eastern Europe.
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The
Impending Danger that Awaits Us
by Genel; December 16, 2008
Genel's essay was chosen because it is persuasive and has
lots of scientific details and evidence that are supportive and
provable.
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Modern
Women's Unhealthy Beauty
by Andrea; December 7, 2008
Andrea's essay takes a new look on women’s beauty issues. The
essay is well-organized, clear in language, and full of scientific
and supportive evidence.
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the story
PALC—My
English Cradle
by Ruth; September
23, 2008
Ruth's essay demonstrates how the PALC has nurtured her as
she has learned English. Read
the story
You
Reap What You Sow
by Natalia; August 10, 2008
Natalia gives us a thoughtful advice on disciplining
children.
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the story
The
Stubborn Husband
by English 12 Students; August 3,
2008
Students were asked to "show" a stubborn husband in 75
words or fewer.
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Always
Waiting
by Renee; July 19, 2008
Renee's complaint is a familiar one: waiting at the
doctor's office.
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the story
A
Big Thorn in the Butt
by Lola; July 14, 2008
Lola uses a witty, conversational tone to show us the big
frustrations faced by a new language learner.
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All
You Wanted to Know About Writing 12
by Masaru; June 9, 2008
Masaru's question and answer approach answers many common
questions.
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the story
A
Breath of Fresh Air
by Josephine; June 9, 2008
Josephine's writing comments on the effects smokers have had
on her life.
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the story
Biology
12: Learning about the Human Body
by Ruth; June 9, 2008
Ruth recommends this knowledge-filled and useful course.
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the story
My
Charismatic Teacher: Trudi
by Natalia; June 2, 2008
Natalia provides a charming portrait of a favourite teacher.
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the story
Halloween
Every Day!
by Catalina; June 2, 2008
Catalina finds a new vision of fashion in Vancouver.
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the story
Maybe
He Was Right
by Beatrice; June 2, 2008
Beatrice reflects on the difference between arranged and love
marriages.
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story
Accounting
11: A Practical Choice
by Natalia; May 25, 2008
Natalia gives a complete picture of this popular course.
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Friendly
Canada
by Victoria; May 25, 2008
Victoria finds Canadians more talkative and friendly than at
home.
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Independent?
Bravo!
by Josephine; May 25, 2008
Josephine writes about parents facing their children's
departure from home.
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Adventurous
Entrepreneurship 12
by Ben; May 19, 2008
Ben gives us an enthusiastic account of this practical
course.
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Do
I Need to . . .?
by Teresa; May 19, 2008
Teresa raises thoughtful questions about the independent
spirit she's encountered in Canadian life.
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the story
Laughter
as Medicine
by Masaru; May 19, 2008
Masaru's cancer treatment is aided by a nurse's good humour.
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story
Pyramid
of Society
by Andrew; May 3, 2008
Andrew's article, introduced by Suzanne, rejects the
superior attitudes of those at the top of the social pyramid.
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The
Beneficial Course: Civics Studies 11
by Suzanne; May 3, 2008
Suzanne gives a complete picture of an interesting and
useful course.
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My
Teacher Louise
by Hongxin; May 3, 2008
Hongxin gives us a personal account of a favourite teacher.
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the story
How
I Robbed My Landlords
by Natalia; April 28, 2008
Natalia admits to a minor crime.
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the story
A
Young Teacher: Renuka
by Ruth; April 21, 2008
Ruth writes about her experiences with a helpful teacher,
Renuka.
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the story
DFT
12: Every Hour a Happy Hour
by Hongxin; April 21, 2008
Hongxin writes about a course where studying is a joy every
day.
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A
Diligent, Patient Teacher: L
by Suzanne; April 7, 2008
Suzanne writes about one of her favourite teachers at the
PALC. Read
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A
Free-Spirited Teacher: Brad
by Masaru, April 7, 2008
Masaru documents the life journey that brought Brad to the
PALC.
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An
Upside Down World
by Masaru; March 30, 2008
Masaru's experience learning the opposite culture of Canada.
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St
Barnabas Anglican Church
by Natalia, March 30, 2008
Natalia gives an inspiring account of her neighbourhood
church.
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How
I Saved My Party
by Ben; March
23, 2008
Ben's Lunar New Year celebration is saved by some good advance
preparation. Read the
story
An
In-Between Time
by Natalia; March 21,
2008
Natalia writes about the yearly battle between the spring and
retreating winter. Read the
story
A
Peking Childhood
by Hongxin; March 9,
2008
Hongxin's richly detailed story of his childhood in Peking.
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Focussing
on Status
by Suzanne; March 9,
2008
Suzanne explains some key differences between east and west.
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What
is that Teacher's Name?
by Ruth; March 9, 2008
The story of Ruth's confusing first day in English class.
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Beauty
Goes Shopping
by Kamila; March 3,
2008
Kamila contrasts Polish and Canadian attitudes towards beauty.
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The
City of Dolls
by Masaru; March 3,
2008
The story of Masaru's home town, Fukuoka City. First in a series. Read
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The Neptune Festival (December 16, 2007)
by Victoria
“The Neptune Festival ” concerns a teen’s discovery of a ritual in her
grandmother’s village. Find out how the villagers prepare everything in
secret overnight. Read the story
The
Mushroom Necklaces (November 25, 2007)
by Margaret
An early morning, a long bus ride, making mushroom necklaces—Margaret's
story of a late summer ritual may make you want to join in. Read
the story
Cleaning the Well (November 10, 2007)
by Valentina
Well-described and edited story about the simple but hard work of cleaning
a well.
Reading this, you will enjoy a festive ritual as if you were there. Read
the story
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