O Level Oral Talking Points [Part 1]: Self, Education, Technology, Media

Hi everyone! I’m Mr Aloysius, a Secondary English Curriculum Writer and Teacher at Lil’ but Mighty (Tampines). Preparing for the O-Levels Oral Examination can feel overwhelming, especially when questions span a wide range of topics, from personal experiences to broader societal issues. While it may be tempting to memorise model answers, this approach often falls …

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Master Descriptive Writing: Show Not Tell with Smiles, Laughter & Idioms!

Hello, everyone! I am Ms Su Xin, a Specialist English Teacher at Lil’ but Mighty (Hougang). Welcome to the second part of the descriptive writing series ‘About the Face’. If you have not done so, you can also check out the first part where I wrote about how to use show-not-tell phrases to describe how …

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O Level Oral List of Questions: 80+ Past Year Questions by Theme

If you are preparing for your O Level English Oral examination, one of the most effective ways to improve is to practise with a structured list of past-year questions. This guide provides a comprehensive O Level Oral list of questions, carefully grouped by themes. These are based on real exam trends, helping you recognise patterns …

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5 Effective Persuasive Language Techniques to Elevate Your O Level Situational Writing!

Hey everyone, I’m Ms Cindy from Lil But Mighty, and if you’re doing O Level English, this video can seriously level up your situational writing. In many situational writing tasks, you are not just informing. You are persuading. That means you are trying to influence what your reader thinks, feels, or does. You can see …

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Open House Secondary School: Key Tips for Parents and Students

The secondary school journey is just around the corner, and with the Open House Secondary School 2026 season here, it’s time to dive into exploring options with your child! Visiting open houses offers a great way to understand each school’s unique environment, culture, and programmes. Here’s a guide on how to make the most of …

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From “Start” to “Finish”: Essential Vocabulary and Phrases for Compositions on Running Races

The starter pistol fires, the spectators roar in encouragement, and your heart palpitates against your ribs, but when it comes to putting that excitement onto paper, do you struggle for the right words? Hi everyone, it’s Mr Saha from Lil But Mighty (Bukit Timah) and I am here to help you write a better running-themed …

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AEIS Secondary English: Components, Challenges and Preparation Strategies

Hi, everyone! I am Ms Sara Feng and this is my very first blog post here at Lil’ but Mighty! I am excited to be joining the team! For my debut, I wanted to tackle a topic that is close to my heart and one that many have asked me about: the Admissions Exercise for …

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O-Level Argumentative Essay (2025) Analysis: “Parents and grandparents have forgotten what it is like to be young, so it is better to get advice from friends instead.”

Hi everyone! I’m Mr Aloysius, a Secondary English Curriculum Writer and Teacher at Lil’ but Mighty (Tampines). For the 2025 O-Level Paper 1, one of the essay questions required students to discuss: “Parents and grandparents have forgotten what it is like to be young, so it is better to get advice from friends instead.” How …

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O Level English: How to Master Reflective Essays

For many students taking the GCE O-Level English paper, reflective writing might feel vague and unpredictable. Unlike narrative essays, you cannot rely on dramatic plots. So what exactly are examiners looking for? Hi everyone, I am Teacher Cindy from Lil but Mighty, and today, I want to help you shed some light on how to …

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Secondary Situational Writing: How to Make Your Feature Article an Engaging Read

Hi everyone! I’m Mrs Vani, an English specialist at Lil’ but Mighty (Bukit Timah Branch) and in this blog post, I am excited to guide you through writing a feature article, where you can share information in your own unique way. Unlike formal letters or reports, this situational writing format lets you use your voice …

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PSLE Oral | Oral Vocabulary by Topic!

What Is the PSLE English Oral Examination and Why Does It Matter? Every year, the PSLE English Oral examination stands as a key checkpoint for all Primary 6 students in Singapore before they move on to secondary school. Think of it as the school version of an interview mixed with some good old-fashioned show-and-tell—except this …

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School Holiday Games That Actually Improve Learning (Parents Will Love This)

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another video post by me, Teacher Wen Hee, an English Teacher at Lil’ but Mighty. This video post will focus on why games can be helpful tools to help enhance students’ learning and I am sure it would be of interest to many of you, especially the students. Learning has …

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