Sainsbury's OFFICIAL Christmas advert 2016 -The Greatest Gift

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy holidays !

David Rees and Bely Basarte

Jennie Lena – Who’s Loving You The voice of Holland)

For those of you who love watching 'La Voz' talent show, here is an amazing blind audition from 'The Voice' TV show in Holland. A few notes were enough to let all their coaches turn their chair. Check it out!

Greetings,

Beatriz

James Arthur - Say You Won't Let Go (Lyrics video)

Hi again,

The X Factor winner James Arthur has hit number one on the ITunes chart with his latest single ' You say you won't let go'. His debut track 'Impossible'topped the charts 4 years ago. I hope you like both of them.

Have a nice week,

Beatriz

Keep calm and good luck with your tests

Sewing teddy bears for sick kids - meet 12 year old Campbell

Hi kids,

Let's meet Campbell. He is twelve years old and he loves making teddy bears for sick children in hospital. He is trying to make a difference and he loves helping people. So far, he's made more than 800 bears. I think he is amazing and I hope you like his story. He is trying to teach us that we need to be kind instead of being mean to others. Campbell says that there's a little bit of magic in every teddy. What do you think? Your opinions will be welcome!

Locked Away Lyrics - Adam Levine & R. City

What is Black Friday? BBC News

Thanksgiving Traditions

Why Thanksgiving is a Public Holiday in the US

KIDS REACT TO DONALD TRUMP

127 HOURS Trailer ( 3ºA/B) -Listening and Speaking

Ed Sheeran - Photograph (Lyrics) ( 2º A/B/C)

Listening -Teens speak to themselves 10 years from now (2º)

Leona Lewis - X Factor [Final] - A Moment Like This

First Lady Michelle Obama Carpool Karaoke

Hi, there ! Get to know Michelle Obama and the White House.

Greetings,

Beatriz

Which step have you reached today ?

THE ART OF ADVERTISING (4º)

SOME USEFUL DEFINITIONS : 

Fundraise : Raise money for a cause or project. 
Auction: The public sale of something to the highest bidder. 
Sponsorship: The act of sponsoring. 
Product placement: We are not always aware that we are being sold a product ( as when products are placed in films). 
Eye-catcher : Something that particularly attracts your attention. 
Jingle: Catchy tune with rhyme used to promote a product. 

FUNDRAISING AUCTION : volunteer, volunteering, bidder, bid, inform, exaggerate, claim, appeal, charity, expect, expectations, recommend, advertise, skills, promote, auction, convince, broadcast, join in, appear on TV.

FUNDRAISING IDEAS : bake sale, garage sales, sell books, play a football match, sports competition, got talent programme, healthy breakfasts corner ......

FORMS OF ADVERTISING : Billboard, flyer, classified ads, trailer, promotion, sponsorship, TV commercial, radio spot, endorsement, product placement.

USEFUL ADJECTIVES : Witty, humorous, memorable, persuasive, word-of-mouth advertising, guaranteed , high /top quality,

THE ART OF ADVERTISING : catchy phrase, campaign, target, date back to, claim, persuade, pop-up adverts, ads, eye-catcher, prime time, brand awareness, appeal, to be in the spotlight, billboard, jingle.

Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are

Heatwarming commercial -4º

Hi again,

In pairs, comment on the following question :

• What makes this advertisement memorable ? 

Is it the music ? the catchy slogan ? What about the celebrity appearance ? Or perhaps the appeal of the product itself?

• Why is the man so kind and helpful  and what is his reward ? 
• Why is the little girl smiling ? 

Thanks for sharing your ideas ! 

Just Watch It: The History of Nike in 3 Minutes

The History of Advertising in 60 Seconds -4º

The history of advertising can be traced to ancient civilizations. It became a major force in capitalist economies in the mid-19th century, based primarily on newspapers and magazines. In the 20th century, advertising grew rapidly with new technologies such as direct mail, radio, television, the Internet and smart phones.

• Do you think advertisements have an effect on your personal interests ? 
• Where do you encounter advertisements? 
• Which specific advertisements stick to your head ? 

Australian Jamboree 2016 - 2º A/B/C

The World Scout Jamboree is a Scouting jamboree of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, typically attended by several tens of thousands of Scouts from around the world, aged 14 to 17. It takes place every three years. 

Living Inside the International Space Station -1º

The Daily Life of an American Teenager (1º)

Technology in the Future (Original Acapella Song) (2ºE)

Nike: Unlimited You ( 2ºE)

CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! (From DreamWorks Animation's "Trolls") (Official...

Christina Perri - A Thousand Years Live

Bet You Didn't Know: Halloween | History

HAPPY SUMMER !

Hi there ! 

Now that the school year is over and that you are all on holidays just a few words, kids.  Enjoy your summer and I hope to see you back in September. Have a great time ! 

Here are some extra links : 

-50 fun activities to do in the summer

http://teenadvice.about.com/od/entertainment/a/fun-things-to-do-in-the-summer-for-teenagers.htm

-Comics
https://www.comicsenglish.com/

Adele - When We Were Young (Live at The Church Studios)

Rachel Platten - Fight Song (Official Video)

HAPPY NEW YEAR !

If you FAIL never give up
because F.A.I.L. means
"First Attempt in learning".

END is not the end.In fact,
E-N-D means " EFFORT NEVER DIES"

If you get NO as an answer, remember NO means
" NEXT OPPORTUNITY".

BE POSITIVE IN 2016 AND GOOD LUCK !