Gigi Cheng
Reading is the best way to learn a language. It allows students to learn new words in context while being engaged in different stories. This helps students realise why they need to excel in a language – to fully understand what others have to say and to communicate their own views and thoughts precisely. I believe in and dedicate myself to fuelling students’ motivation and interest through exposure, understanding and practice.
Gigi Cheng graduated from City University with First Class Honours in English Studies, further developing her strong passion for the English language and literature. Having been a part-time English tutor for over three years, she firmly believes that anyone can learn English through reading. She enjoys working with English learners of all levels and ages. In her free time, Gigi is an avid reader, especially of adventure and fantasy novels. She also writes fiction and prose as an artistic outlet.
Qualifications
- BA (English Studies) The City University of Hong Kong
Articles
How I Write…and Keep Going
Writing is a huge part of who and why I am. I have been telling stories for as long as I can remember, and have shared my written work online since tweenhood. It can be challenging to keep going at times, but I always look for ways to carry on telling the stories I wish to tell. My work is a reflection of my own… Read More
Reading Poetry Around the Globe
Most of us are familiar with gushi from Chinese classes and Shakespearean sonnets from English Literature lessons. But did you know that cultures all over the globe have their own poets and poems that are equally worth reading? Reading writers from around the world opens your eyes to many more forms of poetry. For example, French villanelles have five three-line stanzas and a final four-line… Read More
Breathing Life into Characters
Without characters, there is no story. A character’s motivations and growth give stories direction and meaning; therefore, it is essential that characters are given depth. To breathe life into characters, follow these steps: Firstly, illustrate details of characters’ appearance, habits and behaviour that relate to their personality and role in the story. For example, a brave warrior wears many medals of honour and always touches… Read More