GLOG 2: MARTIN LUTHER KING

MARTIN LUTHER KING

On January 15, American people celebrate Martin Luther King´s birthday. Martin Luther King fought for racial equality between black and white people. He was an important leader in the African-American civil rights movement in the US and he was an icon of this movement around the world too, because he used nonviolent methods following the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.

We are going to learn about him in our glog:
http://dinamica.edu.glogster.com/mlk4-beginners/

Martin Luther King had a dream: Same rights for black and white people and the end of discrimination.

What´s your dream? Write it and share it with the class.

ROSA PARKS: A WOMAN WHO MADE HISTORY

VIDEO LISTENING. MARTIN LUTHER KING

After watching the video, complete the quiz by clicking here.

TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS IN LONDON (2º ESO November)

Let´s visit London. In this video you can know the top ten attractions in London. Watch the video and complete the quiz.



- See more at: http://www.eslvideo.com/esl_video_quiz_low_intermediate.php?id=11160#sthash.45vLqrYo.dpuf

BET YOU DIDN'T KNOW: THANKSGIVING (2º November)

THANKSGIVING

Thanksgiving is celebrated on the 4th Thursday of November in the USA, which this year (2017) is November 23rd. However, Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October, which means that it was on October 9th.

Thanksgiving Day in America is a time to offer thanks, of family gatherings and holiday meals. A time of turkeys, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. A time for Indian corn, holiday parades and giant balloons.

If you want to know more about the history of America, click here. 

Watch the video and learn about Thanksgiving. Then, make a list of the verbs in the story. Write them in base form and in past simple.

CHINESE ASTROLOGY

CHINESE HOROSCOPE

The Chinese zodiac  is divided into 12 parts, and the five elements. The five elements are metal, water, wood, fire, and earth.

Each year of the Chinese Zodiac is represented by a different animal: the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. Each animal is known to have certain characteristics that a person born under the sign would demonstrate. The five elements are assigned to the 12 animals (years), giving different characteristics to each animal (year).

Animal Personality Traits

• Rat: quick-witted, smart, charming, and persuasive
• Ox: patient, kind, stubborn, and conservative
• Tiger: authoritative, emotional, courageous, and intense
• Rabbit: popular, compassionate, and sincere
• Dragon: energetic, fearless, warm-hearted, and charismatic
• Snake: charming, gregarious, introverted, generous, and smart
• Horse: energetic, independent, impatient, and enjoy traveling
• Sheep: mild-mannered, shy, kind, and peace-loving
• Monkey: fun, energetic, and active
• Rooster: independent, practical, hard-working, and observant
• Dog: patient, diligent, generous, faithful, and kind
• Pig: loving, tolerant, honest, and appreciative of luxury

The five elements and Yin Yan

Much of Chinese philosophy is built around five elements: metal, water, fire, wood and earth. They have existed in the culture for thousands of years and affect the Chinese horoscope. Each element has different traits and they combined with the 12 animal signs.

The concept of Yin and Yan also affect the Chinese Zodiac. The odd years are Yin years and even years are Yan years. Yin is perceived as earth, female, dark, and passive. Yan is perceived as male, heaven, light, and active. 

Find your Chinese Astrology Sign…

According to Chinese Astrology, your birth year tells you more than just your age. Find out what your Chinese zodiac sign reveals about you now!

Which animal are you?

THANKSGIVING

ThanksgivingIt is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November and it is a holiday to express thanks for the one´s material and spiritual possesions.

Thanks riaenglish for the  PowerPoint.

SAVE THE EARTH

What can we do to save the Earth?

CHRISTMAS

Christmas from Indezine.com

DIWALI. THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS IN INDIA

My favourite day: Diwali

GANESHA: A POPULAR DEITY IN INDIA

Ganesha is one of the most important deities in India. Ganesha is the deity of wisdom and intellect and the patron of arts and science.
He is the remover of obstacles.

Añadir leyenda

Read carefully about what he represents. 
What does Ganesha´s mouse symbolize?

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

Read this infographic to learn about the famous writer William Shakespeare.

by KaeLani.
Explore more infographics like this one on the web's largest information design community - Visually.

10 NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS

A new year is coming! Just 10 days to start 2014! This is a good moment to have a look at what we have done during this year and at what we want to do in the new one. Many people write a list of resolutions, things they want to change or improve in their lives, and keep it close to them to remember it. So why don´t we make our own list? Have a look at this slide show with the Top 10 New Year´s Resolutions to find inspiration... 

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A New Year´s resolution is a commitment that a person makes to either break a habit or make a lifestyle change. What will your resolutions be for this year 2014? How will you try to achieve them?
Think and share your ideas for 10 aspects of your life: School, family, health, friends, money, environment, hobbies, English and one more.

irene resolutions from criscrazy

DIWALI

Diwali from Indezine.com

DIWALI: A GREAT INDIAN FESTIVAL

The Festival of Lights.

Diwali marks the beginning of a new year in some Hindu calendars. This year it´s 26th October, 2011.
The festival is not only time to make merry but also to worship divine beings considered sacred in Hinduism like Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Mahabali.

  Today Diwali is celebrated across the world as the "Festival of Light," where the lights or lamps signify victory of good over the evil within every human being .

 It is commonly celebrated by decorating homes with lamps and candles, bursting of firecrackers and fireworks,eating sweets, praying to Gods and Goddesses, observing religious rituals, wearing new dresses and sending wishes and gifts to one another.
Click here to know more.

CHINESE OPERA MASK

Let´s celebrate Chinese New Year.
Make and design your own paper Chinese opera mask in a few easy steps.




MATERIALS

Printable white card

Crayons or paint

Scissors

Craft knife

Hole punch

Rubber bands

STEPS

1.- Print-out either the blank mask template or the ready-to-color mask template.

2.-If you chose the blank mask template, draw designs to create a character for your mask. Click  here for some samples of Chinese opera mask designs.

3.- Colour or paint your mask.

4.- Cut out and including the eyeholes.

5.- You may cut a slit along the bottom of the nose to allow for some breathing room when you wear the mask.

6.-Punch holes on opposite sides of the mask. These holes should be at the same level as your ears.

7.-Attach a rubber band on each hole and wear the mask.

CHINA

EASTER: SYMBOLS AND TRADITIONS

EASTER: Symbols & Traditions