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!!!

Find out more here:

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:

 

London Attractions Part A: 

   London Attractions Part B:

 

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.

 

You can find out more here:

And here:

Δείτε το στο slideshare.net

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.

You can find out more here:

Telling a story