
Maria's English Class
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Mar 6, 2024
Lesson 10/22 60min
Hello Maria,
This time we'll discuss a BNE article which you will choose:
Mar 1, 2024
Lesson 9/22 60min
Hello Maria,
This time we'll discuss a BNE article:
Airline starts to weigh luggage AND passengers
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2403/240304-weighing-airline-passengers.html
Feb 28, 2024
Lesson 8/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll finish the TED ed lesson:
Climate Reparations
https://ed.ted.com/lessons/climate-damage-how-and-why-rich-countries-should-pay-up
Feb 22, 2024
Lesson 7/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll finish this topic:
Can we save the environment with economics?
It answers that we need to put a number on our natural resources.
Vocabulary: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/932062
BNE Space Junk https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1109/110904-space_junk.html
BNE Falling Rockets https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2207/220714-falling-rockets.html
BNE Ecocide https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2012/201205-ecocide.html
And, here is a cartoon from TED. It is a teded lesson about
Climate Reparations
https://ed.ted.com/lessons/climate-damage-how-and-why-rich-countries-should-pay-up
Feb 21, 2024
Lesson 6/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll say more about this topic:
Can we save the environment with economics?
It answers that we need to put a number on our natural resources.
Vocabulary: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/932062
Feb 16, 2024
Lesson 5/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll read the PDF from the
Financial Times: Can we save the environment with economics?
It answers that we need to put a number on our natural resources.
Vocabulary: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/932062
BNE Space Junk https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1109/110904-space_junk.html
BNE Falling Rockets https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2207/220714-falling-rockets.html
BNE Ecocide https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2012/201205-ecocide.html
And, here is a cartoon from TED. It is a teded lesson about
Climate Reparations
https://ed.ted.com/lessons/climate-damage-how-and-why-rich-countries-should-pay-up
Feb 14, 2024
Lesson 4/22 60min
Hello Maria
Today we'll prepare for Saint Valentine's Day by creating a Valentine for someone.
1. How many Valentines are sent each year?
2. Why do teachers receive the most valentines?
3. Who celebrates Saint Valentine's Day?
4. What gifts are given on this day?
5. Who was Saint Valentine?
We have all heard of the most famous poem of all that starts with ” Roses Are Red”- “Violets Are Blue”. The origins of the poem can be traced as far back to 1590 by Sir Edmund Spense and later in 1784 made famous by Gammer Gurton's Garland: The rose is red, the violet's blue, The honey's sweet, and so are you.
https://www.starfall.com/h/holiday/valentine/?sn=main
https://poetry4kids.com/lessons/how-to-write-a-roses-are-red-valentines-day-poem/
Feb 9, 2024
Lesson 3/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll continue our article from last time.
Jan 31, 2024
Lesson 2/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today continue our article from last time.
Jan 30, 2024
Lesson 1/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today: Instead of space, we'll talk about the earth today.
BNE Space Junk https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1109/110904-space_junk.html
BNE Falling Rockets https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2207/220714-falling-rockets.html
BNE Ecocide https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2012/201205-ecocide.html
Financial Times: Can we save the environment with economics?
It answers that we need to put a number on our natural resources.
Jan 24, 2024
Lesson 22/22 60min
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Hello Maria,
Today: Jeff Bezos wants a trillion humans in solar system
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2312/231225-a-trillion-humans.html
Discussion: https://esldiscussions.com/p/population.html
Jan 21, 2024
Lesson 21/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
Jeff Bezos wants a trillion humans in solar system
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2312/231225-a-trillion-humans.html
Quizlet
Jan 17, 2024
Lesson 20/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
Love is a drug called dopamine, say scientists
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2401/240115-dopamine-and-love.html
Jan 12, 2024
Lesson 19/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
We'll finish discussion Leo Tolstoy's:
Papa Panov's Special Christmas.
https://americanliterature.com/author/leo-tolstoy/short-story/papa-panovs-special-christmas
Explore the motivations behind Papa Panov's actions throughout the story. How do his past experiences shape his behavior and decisions on Christmas Eve?
Analyze the theme of generosity in the story. How does Papa Panov exemplify the spirit of Christmas through his actions? Are there other characters or situations that also reflect this theme?
Discuss the symbolic elements in the story, such as the characters of the old woman, the beggar, and the little girl. What do they represent, and how do they contribute to the overall message of the narrative?
Explore the role of faith in Papa Panov's life. How does his faith influence his actions and attitudes towards others? Are there moments in the story where faith plays a crucial role in the unfolding events?
Examine the development of Papa Panov's character throughout the story. In what ways does he change or grow, and how do his interactions with others contribute to this development?
Consider the historical and cultural context of the story. How might the setting and time period influence the characters' lives and actions? Are there aspects of the story that reflect Tolstoy's own views on Christmas and generosity?
Discuss the moral dilemmas faced by Papa Panov. Are there moments in the story where he must make difficult choices, and how do these choices contribute to the overall moral message of the narrative?
Compare and contrast Papa Panov's story with other Christmas stories or tales that convey similar messages of kindness and generosity. What unique elements does Tolstoy bring to the genre?
Analyze the narrative structure of the story. How does Tolstoy use elements such as flashback and reflection to convey Papa Panov's memories and emotions? How does this contribute to the overall impact of the narrative?
Discuss the relevance of Papa Panov's story in today's world. Are there universal themes and messages that continue to resonate with readers, regardless of time and cultural differences?
Today a short story for Christmas
from Leo Tolstoy:
Papa Panov's Special Christmas.
https://americanliterature.com/author/leo-tolstoy/short-story/papa-panovs-special-christmas
And a new techno art form:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNcMDoBmhGA
Jan 10, 2024
Lesson 18/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
Today we'll read and discuss a story about a little cat called Mia in
"Mia's Nutcracker Ballet."
1. The Prince asks Clara to go with him to:
The toy store
Mia's house
A tea party
His kingdom
2. Who dances a very special ballet at the kingdom?
The prince
The delicate flowers
The elephants
The Sugar Plum Fairy
3. Who is the main character in the Nutcracker Ballet?
Clara
Mia
Ava
The Sugar Plum Fairy
4. Who became a handsome prince?
The Mouse King
Fritz
The Nutcracker
Clara's godfather
5. What is the "frosting" that covers Mia's home and the kingdom?
Sugar cream
Rain drops
Snow
Hail
6. What does Mia see outside her window that appears to dance like ballerinas?
The moon
Her cat
Snowflakes
The trees blowing in the wind
7. Why does Fritz throw Clara's toy nutcracker to the ground?
He's jealous that it's not his present.
He thinks it's a silly present.
He wants to show-off to all the children.
He's embarrassed because the children laughed at it.
8. Which ballet story does Grandpa share with Mia?
Swan Lake
Cinderella
Sleeping Beauty
The Nutcracker
9. What did Clara experience when she slipped out of bed to visit the nutcracker?
The room became enormous.
The Christmas tree grew bigger and bigger.
The gray mice came out of every corner.
All of the above
10. What do the people of the Land of Sweets ask Clara?
If she could dance for them
If she could stay with them forever
If she could be their new princess
If she could tell them about her home land
11. Why does the Prince thank Clara with a special snowflakes song and dance?
She allowed Fritz to play with him.
She was very kind to him.
She sewed him royal clothes.
She put him on her special shelf.
12. Who dances a very special ballet at the kingdom?
The prince
The delicate flowers
The elephants
The Sugar Plum Fairy
Book Report
1.The title of my book is:
2. The most important character in the story is called:
3. What happens to the main character in the story:
4. Has anything happened to you, or maybe to a friend, that is like what happened to the main character in the story? Tell us about it.
5. List five different things that happened in the story.
6. Pick just one out of the five things that happened in the story that you think is the most important.
7. Why did you pick this event as being the most important one to the story?
8. What was your favourite part of the story?
9. If you could change just one thing in the story, what would it be?
10. Would you tell a friend to read this book? Why or why not?
Dec 22, 2023
Lesson 17/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
Peach fuzz is colour of the year for 2024
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2312/231211-peach-fuzz-colour-of-the-year.html
Dec 20, 2023
Lesson 16/22 60min
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Hi Maria!
Childhood home of Jesus Christ found in Nazareth
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2011/201127-jesus-christ.html
AirPano images of the Holy Land
https://www.airpano.com/gallery.php?gallery=110&photo=2325
https://www.airpano.com/gallery.php?gallery=110&photo=2333
https://www.360cities.net/image/churchnativitybethlehem
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7ghvjFJcDbA
P.S. Maria
I happened upon this video. It is an interview between the director of an elderly care home and a doctor. They have great results with dementia when patients eat a
high protein diet.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2011/201127-jesus-christ.html
The second video is Hal Cranmer explaining the diet.
Dec 13, 2023
Lesson 15/22 60min
Hello Maria,
Today we'll discuss a new Guardian lesson:
‘A lifeline for dirty cars’:
EU backs new air pollution limits, but not until 2035
Dec 6, 2023
Lesson 14/22 60min
Hi Maria!
Bacteria pass 'memories' to future generations
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2311/231127-bacteria-memories.html
Dec 1, 2023
Lesson 13/22 60min
Hi Maria!
Microscopic handbag sells for $63,000
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2307/230703-microscopic-handbag.html
Nov 29, 2023
Lesson 12/22 60min
Hi Maria!
Bacteria pass 'memories' to future generations
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2311/231127-bacteria-memories.html
Nov 28, 2023
Lesson 11/22 60min
Hi Maria!
Napoleon's hat most expensive ever sold at auction
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2311/231123-napoleon-hat.html
Nov 24, 2023
Lesson 10/22 60min
Hi Maria!
NASA can send your name to Jupiter's moon Europa.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2311/231120-send-your-name-to-jupiter.html
NASA Europa Clipper
https://europa.nasa.gov/message-in-a-bottle/sign-on/