Welcome to English Connect 365+
Learn English. Inspire Growth. Connect with the World.
Welcome to English Connect 365+, your destination for high-quality English learning resources, ESL/EFL teaching materials, educational books, and inspiring content designed for learners, teachers, schools, and lifelong learners around the globe.
Created by Eric Thompson, an English educator with more than 30 years of teaching experience in Japan, the English Connect 365+ series was developed to make learning English practical, enjoyable, and accessible for students of all ages and proficiency levels.
Whether you're looking to improve your spoken English, vocabulary, grammar, conversational skills, reading comprehension, or communication confidence, you'll find a growing collection of resources to help you succeed.
What You'll Discover
📚 English learning books and educational series
🗣️ Daily English conversation practice
✍️ Vocabulary, grammar, and writing resources
🎓 ESL and EFL teaching materials for classrooms and self-study
👨🏫 Resources for English teachers and educators
🌍 Children's books, inspirational stories, and educational publications
💡 Articles on leadership, psychology, personal development, and global issues
🚀 New book releases, blog posts, and learning tools
Why English Connect 365+?
Learning English is more than memorizing words and grammar rules. It's about building confidence, communicating effectively, understanding different cultures, and creating opportunities for education, careers, travel, and meaningful relationships.
Every resource on this website is designed to help learners make steady progress—one lesson, one conversation, and one day at a time.
Our Mission
To empower learners worldwide with practical English education while inspiring curiosity, lifelong learning, critical thinking, and personal growth through books, articles, and educational resources.
Whether you're a student preparing for school, a professional improving workplace communication, an English teacher searching for classroom materials, or simply someone who loves learning, English Connect 365+ is here to support your journey.
Thank you for visiting. Explore our books, read the latest blog articles, discover free learning resources, and join a global community dedicated to learning, growth, and meaningful communication.
Learn every day. Grow every day. Connect every day.
Welcome to English Connect 365+.
English Connect 365+: Business
This third book in the English 365+ series focuses strictly on business, which is almost a language of its own—and one that you must master to succeed in the global economy.
Eric Thompson, who has been teaching English in Japan to all learning levels for almost twenty years, explains why saying, “Can you send me the invoice?” is much different than saying, “Can you forward me the invoice?” and why “Let’s discuss the staff bonus policy” sounds more professional than “Let’s talk about the staff bonus.”
While you can say things in different ways and still mean the same thing, there is a time and place for formal English versus informal language—and knowing when to choose one style over the other is critical.
In English Connect 365+: Business, you’ll find hundreds of definitions of business terms—and just as important—you’ll get the chance to practice vocabulary by writing your own sentences that include the terms you’ll learn. Numerous review exercises are included to ensure your continued success speaking English at home and abroad.
English Connect 365+: Words & Phrases Second Edition
This book is designed to be used as a self-study resource by active people on the go and those who prefer the comfort of home, and is ideal for anyone looking to improve their English vocabulary and conversation skills. It is ideal for getting you started in normal daily conversation or even business interactions. Key features:
a. Words or phrases
b. Meanings
c. Sample sentences
d. Spaces for your own sentences
e. Treasure boxes with tips on how to become fluent in English
f. Review sections to help you keep up to date
https://www.amazon.co.jp/English-Connect-365-Words-Phrases/dp/1543744893
https://www.partridgepublishing.com/en-sg/bookstore/bookdetails/773867-English-Connect-365
English Connect 365+: Phrases
This is a collection of useful phrases that are frequently used by native speakers. Study them, fill in the blanks, and follow the tips in the treasure boxes. Key features:
a. Phrases
b. Meanings
c. Sample sentences
d. Spaces for your sentences
e. Treasure boxes
f. Review exercises
g. Answers to the exercises
The book is designed to be used as a self-study resource by active people on the go or at home who want to improve their English.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/English-Connect-365-Eric-Thompson/dp/1482829924
English Connect 365+ For Children
Welcome to English Connect 365+ for Children series—a fun and exciting journey into the world of English!
This series is designed to help children learn English naturally through simple words, colorful characters, interesting topics, stories, questions, and everyday conversations. Each book encourages children to learn a little, practice a little, and discover something new every day.
Our goal is not simply to teach English, but to help children enjoy using it. Through fun and meaningful activities, children can build vocabulary, improve communication skills, develop confidence, and discover the joy of learning another language.
Whether used at home, in the classroom, or for independent learning, English Connect 365+ for Children makes English learning engaging, practical, and memorable.
Learn. Connect. Discover. Grow—365 days a year!
WHAT'S YOUR CALLING? I FOUND MINE TEACHING
What’s Your Calling? I Found Mine Teaching is an inspiring and thought-provoking guide for anyone seeking purpose, fulfillment, and direction in life. Drawing from decades of experience in education, leadership, coaching, and entrepreneurship, Eric Thompson shares powerful insights on discovering your true calling and living a meaningful life in any profession. Blending practical wisdom with personal experience, this book explores leadership, teaching and learning culture, effective teaching methods, personal growth, and entrepreneurial thinking. Encouraging, insightful, and deeply motivating, it serves as both a roadmap and a source of inspiration for students, educators, professionals, and dreamers alike. A valuable resource filled with timeless lessons for those who want to live purposefully and leave a lasting impact.
What is the Truth?
Human Creation, Development, Existence, and Beyond
What is the Truth? Human Creation, Development, Existence, and Beyond is a compelling exploration of humanity’s deepest questions—where we come from, who we are, and where we might be headed. Blending science, philosophy, and spirituality. Author Eric Thompson guides readers on a powerful journey across time, culture, and consciousness.
From ancient creation myths and evolutionary biology to the rise of civilizations and the enigma of human consciousness, this book examines how humans have sought truth across generations. It delves into the wisdom of religions, the logic of philosophers, and the discoveries of scientists—offering a balanced perspective that honors both fact and faith.
With accessible insights and thought-provoking reflection questions, this book invites readers to ponder not just the origins of life, but its meaning and potential. As technology reshapes the future and identity evolves in a hyperconnected world, "What is the Truth?" challenges us to think critically, feel deeply, and live consciously.
Just Like an Oak Tree
Things I Was Not Told Growing Up as a Boy: How to become a man, a husband, a father; what marriage is really like; —raising children, seeing them leave, and growing old
Just Like an Oak Tree is a reflective exploration of the unseen journey from boyhood to manhood. With honesty and compassion, Eric Thompson uncovers the truths many boys were never taught—about identity, emotional strength, marriage, fatherhood, vulnerability, loss, and aging. Using the oak tree as a guiding metaphor, the book traces how men grow deep roots through struggle and extend their branches through love, responsibility, and legacy. Blending personal reflection with psychological, social, and faith-based insight, this book redefines masculinity for a changing world and offers a grounded, hopeful path toward becoming whole.
Just Like a Flower
Just Like a Flower: Things I Was Not Told Growing Up as a Girl
No one warned her how many times she would have to become someone new.
Just Like a Flower is a deeply honest and compassionate journey through a woman's life—from girlhood to marriage, motherhood, raising children, watching them leave, menopause, and aging. It gives voice to the emotional and physical transformations many women experience in silence, and the truths they were never told while growing up.
With poetic reflection and lived wisdom, this book explores identity, sacrifice, grief, renewal, and rediscovery. It honors the resilience required to bloom in every season—even when the world no longer sees you the same way.
This book is for women who have felt unseen, for families who want to understand, and for a society that must learn to respect the natural evolution of womanhood.
A woman does not fade with time. She unfolds.
A different History:
What If Slavery Never Existed?
What if one of history’s darkest institutions never existed?
In A Different History: What If slavery never existed?, Eric Thompson takes readers on a bold and imaginative journey through an alternate version of our world—one where slavery never shaped civilizations, economies, or human relationships.
Blending historical insight with thought-provoking speculation, this compelling book explores how the absence of slavery could have transformed global development. How would empires have risen—or fallen—without forced labor? What would modern economies look like? How might cultural identities, social systems, and ideas of human rights have evolved?
Through careful analysis and creative reconstruction, Thompson challenges the notion that history unfolded as it had to. Instead, he opens the door to deeper reflection on the forces that have defined humanity—and the possibilities that were lost.
Inside this book, you’ll discover:
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A reimagined timeline of world history without slavery
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Insightful analysis of economic, cultural, and political shifts
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Thought-provoking questions about morality, power, and human progress
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A fresh perspective on the lasting impact of slavery on today’s world
Perfect for readers of history, philosophy, and social thought, A Different History is more than a “what if”—it’s an invitation to rethink the past and reimagine the future.
Challenge what you know. Question what was. Imagine what could have been.
Coming Soon!
The World Ahead
The World Ahead: The Greatest Challenges Facing Humanity—and the Choices That Will Shape Our Future
What kind of world will we leave to future generations?
As humanity stands at a pivotal moment in history, the decisions we make today will shape the future of our planet, our societies, and our civilization. From climate change and artificial intelligence to global health, education, leadership, economic transformation, and the search for peace, the challenges are immense—but so are the opportunities.
In The World Ahead, educator and author Eric Thompson explores the defining issues of the twenty-first century with clarity, balance, and hope. Combining science, technology, history, philosophy, and practical insight, this comprehensive guide examines the forces shaping our future while offering thoughtful solutions grounded in evidence, ethics, and human cooperation.
Inside, you'll discover:
The greatest global challenges facing humanity
How AI and emerging technologies may transform our world
Practical approaches to sustainability, leadership, education, and innovation
Insights into racism, inequality, and building more united societies
100 thought-provoking questions and answers about the future of humanity
A curated reading list to inspire lifelong learning and meaningful action
Whether you are a student, educator, leader, policymaker, entrepreneur, or simply someone who cares about the future, The World Ahead will challenge you to think critically, lead responsibly, and help build a better tomorrow.
The future has not yet been written. The next chapter begins with us.
English Connect 365+ Iconic Quotes by Prominent Global Figures
This book, English Connect 365+Iconic Quotes by Prominent Global Figures is a powerful collection of over 365 iconic quotes from influential leaders, innovators, scientists, entrepreneurs, authors, educators, athletes, and visionaries worldwide.
Designed for English learners and lifelong learners alike, the book combines language development with timeless lessons on success, leadership, perseverance, courage, personal growth, and achievement.
Whether you read one quote a day or explore several at a time, you'll discover wisdom that inspires action, strengthens communication skills, expands vocabulary, and encourages deeper thinking.
Perfect for students, teachers, professionals, entrepreneurs, public speakers, and anyone seeking daily motivation, this book serves as a year-round companion for learning and growth.
365 Days of Wisdom, Inspiration, and English Language Growth.
One quote. One idea. One day. A lifetime of growth.
Unlock the wisdom of the world's most influential voices and begin your journey toward greater knowledge, confidence, and success today.
We Were Never Separate
We Were Never Separate
What Would Change If We Understood How Deeply Connected We Already Are?
What if one of the most powerful assumptions we make about ourselves is incomplete?
For generations, we have been taught to see the world through divisions—race, nationality, culture, borders, and identity. These distinctions often feel natural, permanent, and unquestionable. But what if they tell only part of the story?
In We Were Never Separate, Eric Thompson continues his exploration of humanity's deepest questions. Following his examinations of truth, history, and the forces that shape human experience, he now turns to a question that affects us all: How connected have we always been?
Through history, migration, ancestry, culture, and human relationships, this book reveals a reality often hidden beneath labels and categories. Long before modern definitions of race, nationality, and identity, people moved, traded, loved, learned, and built communities together. Human connection was not the exception—it was the foundation.
Drawing on historical examples from Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the book challenges readers to reconsider assumptions about separation and discover a broader understanding of who we are.
This is not a book about erasing differences or ignoring history. It is about seeing them within the larger story of human interconnectedness.
Inside, you'll discover:
• How migration shaped every civilization
• Why race is a social system rather than a biological boundary
• The hidden history of cultural exchange and human blending
• How identity became more rigid over time
• Why love, ancestry, and shared experience reveal a deeper truth about humanity
• What could change if we began with connection instead of division
Insightful, reflective, and thought-provoking, We Were Never Separate invites readers on a journey beyond labels and assumptions toward a richer understanding of the human story.
Because perhaps the greatest truth is not that we must become connected.
It is that we always were.
English Connect 365+
The indigenous people around the world
Welcome to English Connect 365+: The Indigenous People Around the World a book designed to celebrate, explore, and learn about the rich cultural, linguistic, and historical heritage of Indigenous peoples worldwide. This unique volume combines language learning with a deep dive into the lives and contributions of Indigenous communities, offering readers and/or English learners the opportunity to enhance their English skills while gaining a broader understanding of global diversity.
Features:
*52+ Indigenous People
*Comprehension questions
*Answer Keys
*Treasure boxes
In a world that celebrates noise, speed, and overnight success, The Quiet Catalyst tells a different story—one of steady growth, silent resilience, and intentional transformation.
Follow Rick, a young man from humble beginnings, as he navigates loss, discipline, and opportunity to rise into a globally respected entrepreneur. From the classroom to the boardroom, his journey is not driven by luck or shortcuts, but by quiet decisions, consistent effort, and a deep understanding of value creation.
Blending storytelling with real-world business insight, this book reveals the hidden mechanics of success—profit margins, scaling strategies, leadership evolution, and long-term vision—woven seamlessly into a compelling narrative.
More than a novel, The Quiet Catalyst is a guide for thinkers, builders, and anyone who has ever felt overlooked. It proves that true transformation doesn’t always announce itself—it builds quietly, patiently, and powerfully over time.
Success isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s silent… until the world feels its impact.
English Connect 365+
Prominent People: For English Language Communication Skills
English Connect 365+ Prominent People is an immersive language-learning tool that gives learners real-life stories about prominent people, both living and deceased, from around the world. The resource not only improves learners' language proficiency but also builds cultural understanding and communication skills, which are essential for success in English-speaking environments.
EC 365+ Prominent People is a follow-up to EC 365+ Stories and EC 365+ Topics, with the same goal of inspiring English language learners to acquire competence in comprehension, critical thinking, and self-expression.
Features:
*52 Prominent People
*Comprehension questions
*Review exercises with answers
*Treasure boxes
