Let me introduce you to the place where I spent one of the best years of my life, Essex. Back in 2003 I was an Erasmus student at the Univesity of Essex. What was it like?
AWESOME!!!
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London Attractions
From the London Eye to the Tower of London, the following attractions are a must-see. In the following animated videos you see some iconic places to visit when in London:
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Create wonderful stories online with Storybird
Storybird redefines storytelling
For English instructors, students, and parents, Storybird is an online storytelling tool for developing language knowledge, especially reading comprehension and writing. From the first sight of Storybird cover page, users will be excited about its vivid-color design and appealing illustrations, which draw readers’ attention and focus on the reading and writing context. Storybird centers on three types of stories: (1) Picture books (2) Longform books and (3) Poetry.
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Storytelling guidelines
Storytelling guidelines
Telling a story in an effective way can be quite a challenge. This page intends to offer students some insights into the story writing process.
A basic plan in a narrative would include:
- An introductory paragraph, in which you introduce the characters and set the scene.
- The main body of the story (2 or more paragraphs), in which the main events are described, leading to a possible climax.
- The final paragraph (the ending), where you can refer to consequences, people’s feelings etc.
Here are some tips to keep in mind during the story writing process:
- Stories can be written in the first or third person and can be about real or imaginary events.
- We normally use past tense in stories.
- Stories describe a sequence of events. The use of linking words such as: First, Then/Next, After/Before, During/Meanwhile, No sooner…than, Finally etc will give your story coherence.
- Using a variety of adjectives (terrified, thrilling etc) and adverbs (fearlessly, cautiously etc) will make your story more interesting to read.
- You can use descriptions of people, places or objects to create atmosphere and emphasize specific parts of the narration.
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Christmas in Britain
Christmas is Britain’s most popular holiday.
Its traditions and early ceremonies were rooted in pagan beliefs and date back hundreds of years. They are still part of contemporary Christmas celebrations.
The Druids, for example, honoured the mistletoe in their religion and sacrificial rites. The red berry of the holly was believed to protect one against witchcraft. Ivy symbolised immortality. The Vikings introduced the Yule log which used to be burnt in honour of God Thor. The English adapted this practice for Christmas and today’s (electric) Christmas candle is a holdover from baronial days.
The custom of sending Christmas cards to friends and family originated in Britain, too. In 1843 John Calcott Horsley designed the first one for Sir Henry Cole. Thus began a real spread of sending Christmas cards and this practice soon became an established traditon. Favoured designs were Christmas feasts, church bells, plum and turkey as well as religious themes. Every year more than a billion Christmas cards are now sent in the United Kingdom. Many of them are sold in aid for charities.
Since 1840 the decorated and illuminated Christmas tree has gained popularity in England. Prince Albert brought this rite over from Germany. In 1848 the Illustrated London News published a picture of the Royal Family around one. The English families followed the Royal example and it can truly be called a Victorian innovation. Each year a giant Christmas tree is set up and decorated near the statue of Lord Nelson in Trafalgar Square. It commemorates Anglo-Norwegian cooperation during World War II.
On Christmas Eve carols are often sung by groups of singers walking from house to house, and children hang a stocking on the fireplace or at the foot of their bed for Father Christmas to fill. Caroling dates back to the Middle Ages when beggars were seeking for money, food or drink wandering the streets singing holiday songs.
On Christmas Day gifts are opened in the morning. Later the family will gather for the traditional Christmas dinner consisting of:
- Brussels sprouts
- fried potatoes with roast turkey
- roast beef or goose
- sweet mince pie or Christmas pudding for dessert.
The pudding might contain coins or lucky charms for children. Christmas cake is offered for afternoon tea. It is a rich baked fruit cake with marzipan and icing. Christmas crackers are a party favourite. There will be one to each plate on the Christmas dinner table. A Christmas cracker is a brightly coloured paper tube, twisted on both ends and filled with a party hat, a riddle and a toy.
The annual broadcasting of the Queen’s Christmas Message is on Christmas Day afternoon. In 1932 King George brought this custom into being.
Boxing Day is on December 26th. This day takes its name from a former custom giving a Christmas box to delivery men and trades people called regularly through the year. Nowadays dustmen, milkmen, or postmen get a tip for a good service at Christmas time.
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