Summary of How I Learned English

How I Learned English is a memoir written by Stephen Krashen, a renowned linguist, about his experiences learning English from the age of 5 to adulthood. It chronicles his journey from being a young immigrant who didn’t understand any English to becoming a professor of linguistics. It also examines the main principles of language learning, including the importance of exposure to the language, the power of positive feedback and encouragement, and the role of grammar in mastering a language. The book also details how he used the same techniques to help others learn English. It’s an inspiring, heartwarming story of how Krashen overcame obstacles to achieve success.