How do you pronounce words ending in S?

Spelling of words ending in ED

How Christmas trees are made

Do you put up Christmas trees in your home or town? It's traditional to put up Christmas trees in Britain but nowadays most people prefer artificial ones, not real ones. Watch this video to find out where they come from and how they're made!

DIY Christmas decorations

Instead of buying Christmas decorations, why not DIY – Do It Yourself? Here are three ideas for some cool and easy-to-make decorations ... using food!

The Rainbow Flag

 Do you know what the colours of the rainbow flag mean? Find out in this video!

Could you be a zero-waste person?

 

How much rubbish do you throw away each day? Lauren Singer studied environmental science and decided to change her lifestyle to try and produce less waste. She's now known as 'zero waste girl'!

 

10 Most Common Grammar Mistakes English Learners Make

As you don't follow the instructions I gave you, fill in this block.

Tongue Twister Competition

You know tongue twisters are popular in Spain as well as in UK, so this week try to read as fast as Sophie or her mum before you try this test about pronunciation.

Next week I'll ask you about your favourite and invite you to speak it aloud.

Are you brave enough?

Teenager becomes Jetski champ

Do you have any hobbies that you don't have in common with your friends? A teenager whose friends all like football tried jet-skiing, and ended up as the UK freestyle champion!

NOTE: if you read the captions, be careful because there are some mistakes!

All of the English Conditionals - Donuts and Diarrhea

You know Papa English is fantastic to give you some tips about any idea so, although the video is a bit long, pay attention to the end, you will learn a lot. Then try the test about conditionals and regrets.

Grammar Snack: 1st or 2nd Conditionals

We use conditional sentences to say one thing depends on another. They can be used to talk about real or imaginary situations. One of the clauses starts with if (or a similar word) – this is the conditional clause. The other clause talks about the result of the conditional clause happening.

Revise the grammar reference pages in your textbook before doing these exercises:

Can You Change Your Sleep Schedule?

Perhaps you are recovering from our change of hour. But.... are you an early bird or a night owl? Explore how your circadian system acts as an internal clock to keep your body functioning.

The Biggest Flower in the World

Why do some flowers smell so bad? 

Watch this video to find out about a very big, and very smelly, flower 

at the Eden Project in Cornwall, UK.

Saving our Oceans

How can we solve the problem of plastic pollution in our oceans? Watch this video to find out how a giant ocean 'snake' could help!

Halloween History by National Geographic

Halloween isn't just costumes and candy; it's a cultural holiday rich in tradition.

Halloween is celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2023 will occur on Tuesday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats.

Learn about it with this week's video or read the following articles:

• A Brief History of Halloween by New York Publick Library.
• The Real History of Halloween and Our Most Haunted Traditions By Pioner Women
• Halloween 2023 by History Channel

Rude Hand Gestures from around the World

 

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The Hoodie

 

A hoodie is a casual type of jumper which has a hood to cover your head. How has this sporty item of clothing become so popular all around the world?

Boarding Schools at UK

 What are lessons like in UK boarding schools? Students talk about the subjects and classes they like.

If you want to know some more about these schools enter Britishguardianship.

Refugees

Becoming a refugee is something that could happen to any of us. 

In this video, famous people from around the world talk about the importance of 

helping people who are escaping difficult situations.

Do the preparation task first. Then watch the video and do the exercises

Wonder: "You can't blend in when you were born to stand out"

Did you know this book is compulsory in every school in US?

Have a look at the book review and the film trailer before you try the questionaire.

You can also watch the rest of the trailers, of course!!

Enjoy!

Stop Saying: "I want" - Speak English Like a Native!

The Biggest Mistakes in Mapmaking History

For thousands of years, people made both functional maps and what are known as cosmographies, illustrating the earth and its position in the cosmos, often including constellations, gods, and mythic locations. These maps were meant to depict the world's geography, but weren't necessarily useful for navigation and contained some glaring mistakes. 

Like most other technologies, map-making has improved over time. This lesson shows just a handful of some of the most fun mapmaking bloopers over time. Here are some links for how to learn more.

• You can take an interactive 3D virtual tour of the mappae mundi here and zoom in on some of the more fantastical details!
• Stanford University has a whole exhibit of all the maps of California as an island and you can check it out virtually here.
• Curious about how one of history’s most renowned mapmakers could draw such an incorrect map with a magical rock at the north pole? Here’s an article that digs into Mercator’s North Pole map a bit more.

A History of Voting

 

What have Ancient Greece and The X Factor got in common? 

Watch Sophia's new video to learn all about the history of voting. 

Silent Sounds Game

Hit the moles with a silent sound.

A Life on Our Planet

David Attenborough is a famous British naturalist. In this trailer, he talks about his documentary A Life on Our Planet.

Zombies at School? A Survival Guide

One day at Sawston College a dangerous virus breaks out and 

students and teachers at the school turn into zombies. 

However, one student, Geoff, has five tips for surviving at zombie school.

5 Most Useful English expressions that you didn't learn at school!

The Last Tourist

The film The Last Tourist is about problems with the tourism industry. 
Watch the trailer to find out more about it.

Is Social Media Good for You?

We often hear about the negative side of social media. But what are the benefits? Watch this video to find out.

9 Healthy Habits To Start Today

 

Speak English BETTER than a native with Papa English!!

Digital Wellbeing

Digital technology enables connection, gives us the freedom to explore, and so much more. But it can also distract us from the things that we care about, sometimes making us feel a lack of control.  Hear personal stories that shed light on our paradoxical relationships with technology. 

Visit wellbeing.google for tips and tools that help you achieve a balance with technology that feels right for you.

Starting the New Year with Wonka

Remember to choose no captions if you want to learn more, 

if you have some doubts only choose English captions.

Let's make fun

Ask your teacher to start this review!

To Think About....

Enjoy summer time...

 

and don't forget to practice with Elllo's videos.

Last days before summer...

 

I wish you a happy and quiet summer time .... but don't forget to listen to songs in English and

 try summer reading challenge.

Grammar Review 1st BAC (4)

Grammar Review 1st BAC (3)

Grammar Review 1st BAC (2)

RIP Tina Turner: the Best

How to make the perfect omelette

Are you a good cook? Do you want to know how to make something simple and delicious to eat? Watch this video and learn the secrets to making a perfect omelette!

Reported Speech

We use reported speech when we say the words of other people. Reported speech is also called indirect speech. 4 important rules to remember when forming the reported speech; 

1- Use a reporting verb (said/told/asked). 
2- Change the tense of the original words. 
3- Change the pronouns (I/you/we/he). 
4- Change the time expression (yesterday/the day before). 

*Be careful when changing statements, questions or orders. Also take care if the phrases are affirmative or negative.

Grammar Review 1st BAC (1)

As we are at the end of our school year, next videos will try to revise all grammar topics we've seen this year, so enjoy this Simpsons' slide about tenses before doing the test,

Karaoke: Inside Out by Brian Adams

King Charles III: Coronation Quiz

Perhaps you have seen the Coronation ceremony on Saturday, here you will learn who is who and practice some pronunciation, so here it goes, enjoy!!

Five ways to spot fake news

 Can you spot fake news? Watch this video from Common Sense Media to learn how to check out news to see if it's true or not. It's not always easy to tell! 

London Trip 2023

Link for the photo gallery

Wed 19 Madame Tussauds’

Thu 20 Tour guided tour

Thu 20 Natural History Museum

Thu 20 Harrods, Buckingham, St James'...

Fri 21 Chelsea FC

Fri 21 Candem Town

Sat 22 Houses of Parliament and Westminster

Sat 22 London Eye and Covent Garden

Sun 23 British Museum

How to manage your time

Things were tough for Zack when Coronavirus hit. In this video he talks about how he got through it by effectively managing his time and not giving up hope for the future.

Note: This video was supposed to be done to revise conditional sentences in March, you know we have been preparing our trip to London, that's is why we have this one delayed. Anyway, it is a good idea to revise this structure.

Amazing Minecraft city

 

Do you play Minecraft? Check out this gigantic city built by 19-year-old Duncan Parcells!

How to Pronounce /ʃ/

Learn how to pronounce /ʃ/ and how its spelt in written English. We also learn how it is used more in modern English accents. 10question quiz follows to test your skills. 

Adjective Order

 

If you want to have more practice, try these exercises online:

• British Council Learn English - the order of adjectives
• University of Victoria - the order of adjectives
• Hong Kong Poly
• Literal minded - a linguist's view
• Using English.com

Who Made your Clothes?

Do you ever think about who made the clothes you're wearing? 

Lots of people don't think about this when they're buying clothes, 

but a group of people in the fashion industry have started a #Fashion Revolution. 

Find out more by watching this video.

Making a difference: Climate Change

What do you know about climate change? This short webtoon was created by Edd Gould in collaboration with environmental organisation TVE (Television for the Environment). The aim was to raise awareness about climate change.

Kahoot about Conditionals

This week you have some taks to do in our Virtual Classroom but here you can find some fun with this kahoot. You only have to enter the link, write the Game pin and choose your real name to play, this way I can grade your results when I come back from our school trip. 

Remember you have to do it before 26th April, 12:00!

Game PIN: 0232476

Northern Ireland Street Art

In some places in Northern Ireland you can see huge paintings on walls and houses. Watch this video and learn more about their interesting history.

Trip to London 2023: British Museum

You may think you know the British Museum, but there's always more to discover. Here, we highlight a few secrets to delight and surprise even the most enthusiastic Museum fan. 

If you want more try the  Google Arts&Culture web, you will find that the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. Over 6 million visitors every year experience the collection, including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, and Egyptian mummies.

You can explore the outside or inside of the Museum with streetview!!

If that video is a bit short for you, here you can see another nearly 5 mins. with a list of exhibits worth checking out to enjoy, after trying the test.

London Trip 2023

Ready for our trip to London? Have a look on this info to enjoy!

• Transport for London maps, you can download the app.
• Trip planning
• General info to know more about our trip, you'll get a printed copy to complete during your stay.

Trip to London 2023: Natural History Museum

If we think about the moment in which this kind of museum was created, we can imagine the surprise of visitors in 1881 watching for the first time animals from other continents such as the dodo: mammals, dinosaurs, fishes, amphibians and reptiles, creepy crawlies, minerals, the vault... treasures from distant countries

Have a look to its history to understand why it was so important, and even nowadays, in times of internet, TV and schools, we should appreciate its value.

So now what would you like to explore? This time as this video is a bit longer, we'll try a kahoot or even you can try an incredible experience: some Museum experts tell a story of scientific discovery through the collection thanks to Google Arts & Culture.

And don't forget to Get the map to know the different areas to visit (Blue, Green, Orange or Red Zone)

Game PIN: 04657462

Remember to use your real name so that I can grade your task.

Eating insects

They're full of vitamins and minerals, but the thought of eating them makes most people feel sick. Watch this video about one man's mission to promote bugs as a food source!

Trip to London 2023: Visiting the Parliament

Preparing our trip to London, it's essential to know some of the most iconic places of the city. In this video you could have an idea of its history as well as some curiosities... Then you can enter in a Virtual 360º tour.

Don't forget to have a look on the Parliament brochure.

Saint Patrick's Day

 

Last Friday it was Saint Patrick's Day, watch the video to learn more about this date.

How to Pronounce: Warm up, Build Confidence

 

How to Pronounce is a series to teach pronunciation for learners of American English, this is the first episode and you can follow watching them in VOA Learning Englisn.

Yesterday

Yesterday, everyone knew The Beatles. Today, only Jack remembers their songs...or not? How much do you remember about the film? 

To answer the questions, write them on a doc and then paste them on the form, do not fill in directly.

Zero Gravity Flight: Are you ready?

What would it be like if there was no gravity holding you down? 

Kate Winslet on strong women and learning lines

Beattie interviews Kate Winslet about strong women, technology in film-making and what it was like to make the Steve Jobs movie.

Break the bias

This music video asks us all to support women and stop discrimination. Enjoy the song!

A Brief History of Chess

The attacking infantry advances, their elephants already having broken the defensive line. The king tries to retreat, but the enemy flanks him from the rear. Escape is impossible. This isn’t a real war— nor is it just a game. Over the 1,500 years of its existence, chess has been known as a military strategy tool, a metaphor for human affairs and a measure of genius. Find out about its history.

What color is Tuesday? Exploring synesthesia

In this case you have to watch the video at the end of Unit 5 in your textbook, 

for this you have to enter in blinklearning.

Conditionals....Doubts?

Doubts with conditionals?? Watch the video of Papa English and solve them!!!

 

Hippo Pet?

Some people have unusual pets, but this is ridiculous! 

Watch this video and find out about Jessica the hippo's luxury life. 

Which Image Do you Want for the Future?

Many of us share selfies and photos online. But how do other people see you based on these photos, and could this somehow affect your future? This video was created for Safer Internet Day on 7th February. 

Watch it to learn more about how important it is to take care with what you share online. 

Stop Saying "I'm Fine": Ways to Respond to "Hello, how are you?"

In school you learned to say "I'm fine, thank you, and you?" 

This lesson will show you better ways to answer "How are you?"

International Space Station ...Toilet

In this video from the European Space Agency, Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti gives us a tour of one area of the space rocket that a lot of people ask about, the toilet! 

How to do a backspin

 

Have you ever tried breakdancing? Watch this and impress your friends by learning how to do a cool backspin!

Modal Verbs

Lucy explains all special features of Modal Verbs, so watch the video and then try the exercises after reading the following chart about Modal Verbs.

How to help a friend in need

Do you know how to listen to your friends if they have problems? 

In this video, find out what you can do to help your friends and be a good listener.

Origin of the Moon

How much do you know about the moon? Is it older or younger than the Earth? 

Where did it come from? Watch and find out!

A day in the life of a kid like you in Roman Britain

Did you know that Britain was once Roman? 

Watch Eric in this video as he imagines what life was like in Roman times.

Stan Lee, the man who invented Spider-Man

 

Are you a Marvel fan? Watch this video to find out about Stan Lee, the creator of Spider-Man

The World's Best Drone Racer

A fifteen-year old Aussie has just been crowned world champion at the World Drone Racing Championships in China. Meet professional drone racer from Brisbane, Rudi Browning.