In this video, Sigrid looks at certain kinds of questions in which it is correct to use "some," the dreaded double negative, and negative statements that can be expressed in two different ways.

Some and any both refer to an unspecified quantity, but they are used in different situations. Sigrid explains how they work.

Sigrid explains the meaning of "prop" as both a noun and a verb. Either one can come in handy.

Retired interior designer Peg Harris explains a bit about what that profession is all about.

Peg tells us about oil pastels, which she loves using. She then goes on to show us her workbench, with its cubbies and drawers of different kinds.

Peg Harris shows us some of her work, including several paintings of the Union Square Market in New York City.

Peg Harris shows off her cozy New York City art studio and some of the tools she works with as a painter and printmaker.

Here are some words to help answer the question "Which one?" We distinguish between singular and plural as well as between something close to us and far away.

"One" and "ones" can replace nouns, but are not pronouns. They are prop words. Let's look at how they are used.

Catch up on winter vocabulary with Sigrid. It's also a great chance to practice words with "W," since there are plenty associated with winter.

We can use nouns, verbs, or adjectives to describe someone's personality. Sigrid shows us how to describe someone with a strong personality.

Annette visits the Erickson Aircraft Collection in Madras, Oregon. A highlight of the collection is a plane that appeared in a very famous movie.

Here's how to pronounce a very important noun with an unusual plural!

Sigrid gets to work in the kitchen and talks her way through preparing and cooking dinner, almost as if you were there with her. You'll notice she uses either the "will" future ("I will" or "I'll") or the phrase "going to" (often reduced to "gonna") to talk about each next step.

True possessive pronouns can stand alone. They replace both the noun and its possessive adjective or determiner. These pronouns are very handy in introductions and conversations about favorites.