Helicopter Journey over Manhattan

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Get on my helicopter, fasten your seat belt, and enjoy this breathtaking view!

Peace and Non-Violence

America has celebrated Martin Luther King Day since 1983 on the third Monday in January. Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. was an important person in the American Civil Rights movement, who believed in non-violence. He campaigned against segregation and inequality and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. In 1963 he gave his most famous speech, which contains the well-known phrase I have a dream.

Here you can enjoy most of this important speech. Then, think about the way in which you can contribute to improve the world and post a comment beginning like this: 

"I have a dream that . . . "

Do you need some kind of inspiration? Then you can listen to Someday, a song from Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Watch the video and listen to it. It has a beautiful message.

Now you can read the lyrics here. Think about them . . . and of course, think about the things you can do to improve the world!

Happy New Year!

How did you say goodbye to 2011? How did you receive the new year? Did you eat the twelve grapes? AS you know, not everybody has the same customs and traditions. 

Would you like to know how people in New York welcomed 2012 in Times Square? Have a look at this video and join the countdown!

Then, enjoy the atmosphere and fireworks in London! They are really amazing! Don't miss it!

Let's See the Christmas Lights in London!

If you want to see the Christmas lights in London, don't miss this opportunity. Get in my car and I'll give you a lift from Piccadilly Circus to Marble Arc. Meanwhile we'll listen to a well-known Christmas song . . .  

By the way, don't panic! Remember people drive on the left here!

Did you like the song? Then, have a look at the lyrics and rehearse for a while before singing the karaoke version at the end:

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

November 25th is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The aim on this day is to raise public awareness of this big problem. Have a look at this video and take your stand.

Thanksgiving Day

Tomorrow American people will celebrate Thanksgiving Day. You already learned in class about the history of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving feast. Here you are a funny video for you to sing.

Happy turkey day!

No Handed Bike Moves

Rosie would also like to share this video with you. I hope you enjoy it!



"Golden Tree" by Martin Brooks from Ninian Doff on Vimeo.

Towards American Independence

As you know, these days we are working on the origins of the American independence. Last week you made your presentations on different aspects of the life of the puritan pilgrims (the first English colonists).  Now we will learn about the way in which life in the colonies evolved, we will review what you studied in your history lessons and we will learn some new facts and details.

Here you are the worksheets that we will use in class:

Life in the American Colonies

The Boston Tea Party and the Beginnings of the Revolutionary War

You can click here to see the video.


After the Continental Congress in Philadelphia and once the war had started, there were several battles between the two armies. The Battle of Saratoga was a very important one, can you guess why? Click here to see another video and answer the following questions posting a comment:


1. When did the Battle of Saratoga take place?
2. Why was it so important?
3. What European country helped America in an important way?
4. Give the exact dat for the British surrender.
5. What is the name of the peace treaty that recognised American independence?
6. What ideas inspired the American Revolution?

General by Dispatch

Let's thank Rosie, our great language assistant, for the beautiful song she had prepared for today's class. Here you are the song and the lyrics:

The Phantom of the Opera

Very soon we will begin reading the adapted version of The Phantom of the Opera, by Gaston Leroux. As you will see, the novel takes place in the Paris Opera House. You can click here to get some information about interesting aspects of the building and here to enjoy some beautiful pictures of the place.

Moreover you can make a virtual tour of the building as you listen to some extracts from the musical. Enjoy the video!

Zombie Jamboree

Do you know what a zombie jamboree is? Well, listen to the song as you watch the video and you'll get an idea. Apparently, there's a zombie jamborie on an island . . . Which island is it? What problem does one of the zombies have?

Have a very happy Halloween, and let me know if you go to a zombie jamboree!!!!!!

If you don't have the chance to go, don't worry. You can always visit this website and review some things.

The Very Origins of the United States of America

Have you ever thought about the reason why people speak English in the USA? We will devote some time to think about it and we will do some reaserach on it. To begin with, let's have a look at the videos and slide presentation in this interesting website.

Do You Speak English?

I know you can speak English, can't you? Have a look at this funny video and let me know what you understand. Did you find it funny?

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