Δημοτική Πινακοθήκη
Λεωνίδου & Μυλλέρου, Μεταξουργείο
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Η αποκατάσταση της αισιοδοξίας
1 Νοέ 2024
Η αποκατάσταση της αισιοδοξίας
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΔεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο States of Germany
The Federal Republic of Germany is made up of 16 federal states, the Länder.
Most of the federal states are fairly large in terms of surface area. However, Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen are classified as city-states, being cities that simultaneously hold federal state status.
Some states call themselves a “free state” (Freistaat). It is merely a historic synonym for “republic” and was a description used by most German states after the abolishment of monarchy after World War I. Today, Freistaat is associated emotionally with a more independent status, especially in Bavaria. However, it has no legal significance.
Baden-Württemberg
Bavaria free state
Berlin city-state
Brandenburg
Bremen city-state
Hamburg city-state
Hesse
Mecklenburg–Western Pomerania
Lower Saxony
North Rhine-Westphalia
Rhineland-Palatinate
Saarland
Saxony free state
Saxony-Anhalt
Schleswig-Holstein
Thuringia free state
simultaneously ταυτόχρονα
merely απλώς, μονάχα
emotionally συναισθηματικά
especially ειδικά
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο You Are Our School Hero
23 Οκτ 2024
You Are Our School Hero
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΈνα βίντεο που έφτιαξα για το Νικόλα
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Ανθρωποκεντρική Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη στην Εκπαίδευση
23 Οκτ 2024
Ανθρωποκεντρική Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη στην Εκπαίδευση
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΜετασχηματίζοντας τον τρόπο
με τον οποίο διδάσκουμε και μαθαίνουμε
17/08/2024 – 30/09/2024
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Mufasa
The Lion King
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Προστατεύοντας τα φυτά, προστατεύουμε τη ζωή
19 Οκτ 2024
Προστατεύοντας τα φυτά, προστατεύουμε τη ζωή
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώνα
Μητροπολιτικό Πάρκο «Αντώνης Τρίτσης», Οθωνική Αυλή
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Duvet Dreams
Embrace the Softness of Down
Tι σημαίνει down? (όχι, δεν εννοούμε «κάτω»)
Πώς προφέρεται το duvet? (κάνετε κλικ πάνω στη λέξη)
Imagine being as snug as a penguin in an igloo! That’s what this duvet feels like. Filled with soft down feathers (don’t worry, the birds are fine), it keeps you warm on chilly nights and cool when it’s hot. It’s like getting a big, feathery hug all night long.
Ready to snooze like a penguin wrapped in clouds? This duvet’s got you covered!
down
(soft feathers) πούπουλα
These pillows are filled with goose down.
Αυτά τα μαξιλάρια είναι γεμισμένα με πούπουλα χήνας.
(soft hair) χνούδι
He was sixteen and had down on his chin.
Ήταν 16 ετών και είχε χνούδι στο πηγούνι του.
duvet πάπλωμα, προφ. περίπου σαν ντούβεϊ (GB) ή ντουβέι (US)
In cases where products like duvets, pillows or jackets are filled with down feathers, companies often claim that the feathers are ethically sourced, meaning the birds (typically ducks or geese) are not harmed during the process. One common method is collecting feathers that birds naturally shed during molting, or taking feathers from birds that are already being raised for food. This way, the harvesting of feathers doesn’t involve cruelty.
However, it’s important to be aware that not all companies follow these ethical practices, and the treatment of animals can vary depending on the source. Brands that use ethically sourced down often certify their products with labels like the Responsible Down Standard (RDS), which guarantees that the birds are treated humanely.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Go, Walk, Stop, Turn
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Learning New Words with Bee-Bot
10 Οκτ 2024
Learning New Words with Bee-Bot
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώνα
So nice to see how excited my students were as they moved the Bee-Bot around and used the words we’ve been learning!
turn left | turn right
now press the green button
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Dinner Conversations and Delicious Food
7 Οκτ 2024
Dinner Conversations and Delicious Food
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναPupils’s Workbook, p.3, ΣΤ’ τάξη
Here’s a more natural version of the dialogue:
George: I really like this restaurant!
Helena: Yeah, I always come here on Saturday nights. The food’s amazing. Oh, look! Here’s Mr Thorne, the owner.
Mr Thorne: We always prepare a variety of meals on Saturday nights. Come and have a look at what we’ve got.
Helena and George: Sure!
Mr Thorne: Here we are. This is Bill, our chef. He is making some chicken soup right now.
Bill: Actually, I am preparing a chicken salad. The soup’s already done.
Helena: Is that parsley?
Bill: Yes, I usually put onions in, but tonight I am adding some parsley as well.
George: It smells fantastic!
Bill: Thanks!
This sounds more conversational and natural, with slight changes in word choice to reflect casual dialogue.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Quirky Questions and Witty Wisdom
6 Οκτ 2024
Quirky Questions and Witty Wisdom
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώνα
Η λύση της άσκησης D, σελ. 9, Activity Book, Ε′ τάξη.
1. Where do you come from? I come from Greece.
2. Does a crocodile climb trees? No, of course not.
3. What does a doctor do? He/She works in a hospital and takes care of people who are ill.
4. How often do you see a dentist? I visit my dentist once a year.
5. People in Greece celebrate Christmas the same way people in the U.K. do, don’t they?
Well, I suppose so. Christmas is an international feast, even though it’s a religious celebration, so people all over the world have fun and enjoy themselves.
6. Where does a postman work? He works at the Post Office and delivers letters all over the neighbourhood.
Το ίδιο κείμενο σε διασκευή, με πιο δύσκολο λεξιλόγιο:
1. Where do you come from? I hail from the land of ancient philosophers and Olympic glory—Greece, of course!
2. Does a crocodile climb trees? Good heavens, no! That would be like asking a kangaroo to fly a hot air balloon—simply preposterous!
3. What does a doctor do? Why, they work wonders in the hallowed halls of the hospital, mending the aches and pains of the poor souls who come under their care. It’s a noble profession, don’t you agree?
4. How often do you see a dentist? Well, mate, I make sure to visit my tooth tamer once a year, lest they find a cavity or two and scold me for my sweet tooth!
5. People in Greece celebrate Christmas the same way people in the U.K. do, don’t they? Ah, but you see, the Greeks have a unique twist on the festive season. Instead of hanging stockings, we leave our shoes out for the mischievous elf-like kallikantzaroi to fill! And don’t even get me started on the delectable Christmas delicacies we indulge in.
6. Where does a postman work? Come on, at the Post Office, of course! And let me tell you, those dedicated posties certainly earn their keep, delivering letters and parcels to every nook and cranny of the neighbourhood, rain or shine!
GB
USA
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Pink, Yellow, Purple
Ακολουθούμε τις οδηγίες στη σελ. 12 του βιβλίου Activity Book της Γ′ τάξης
και χρωματίζουμε τα ζωάκια.
pink elephant
yellow dog
purple lizard
GB
USA
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο There Is, There Isn’t
➽ There Are, There Aren’t
Πιθανές απαντήσεις για τις ασκήσεις 3 και 4, σελ. 8, Τετράδιο Εργασιών, Δ′ τάξη.
Οι αριθμοί μπορούν να αλλάξουν.
In my school, there is a music room. There are eight classrooms. There is no football field. There are two basketball courts. There is a playground. There are two computer rooms.
In my classroom, there is a board. There is a teacher’s desk. There is a teacher’s chair. There are two posters on the walls. There aren’t any pictures or drawings on the walls yet. There is only one map.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Did the Giraffe Get a Gift?
4 Οκτ 2024
Did the Giraffe Get a Gift?
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώνα
Last winter, I gave a giraffe a scarf as a gift, but it took an hour just to wrap its neck!
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Georgia and Ukraine
A Comparative Overview
Μία σύγκριση βασισμένη στα κείμενα από τη σελ. 2 του βιβλίου Pupil’s Book της ΣΤ′ τάξης
Similarities
Geographical Features:
Both Ukraine and Georgia are located near the Black Sea.
Both countries have mountainous regions. Ukraine has the Carpathians, while Georgia is largely mountainous throughout.
Climate:
Both countries experience warm summers, especially along the Black Sea coast. Georgia’s climate is described as mild and sunny, and Ukraine enjoys warm summers and cooler weather near the coast.
Environmental Concerns:
Ukraine faces long-term environmental challenges due to the Chernobyl nuclear accident, while Georgia may face challenges with resource-based industries like mining and oil extraction.
Agricultural Activities:
Both countries grow crops along their coastal regions. Ukraine has plains and fertile land, while Georgia grows vines, tea, and citrus fruit along its coastal areas.
Differences
Geographical Features:
Ukraine is much larger, being the second-largest country in Europe. Georgia, on the other hand, is smaller and located in West Asia.
Economy:
Ukraine has suffered from environmental damage due to the Chernobyl disaster, affecting resources like drinking water. In contrast, Georgia’s economy relies heavily on mining (copper and coal) and oil wells, with some workers migrating for better job opportunities.
Historical and Cultural Background:
Ukraine’s narrative highlights bravery and national pride, shaped by modern challenges such as the Chernobyl disaster and the war with Russia.
Georgia references its ancient history with ties to the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece, reflecting its deep historical and cultural legacy.
This comparison highlights both shared and unique aspects of these two countries, blending geographical, economic, and cultural dimensions.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Learning Together
The Importance of Asking for Help
Trevor: Hi, Savannah! How are you doing today?
Savannah: Hi, Trevor! I’m good, thanks. What’s on your mind?
Trevor: Well, I was trying to build this Lego castle, but I got stuck. I thought maybe you could help me out?
Savannah: Absolutely, Trevor! I’d be more than happy to lend a hand. Let’s sit down and take a look at it together.
Trevor: Oh, thank you so much, Savannah! I really appreciate it.
Savannah: No problem at all, Trevor. We’re friends, and friends help each other out when they need it.
Trevor: Yeah, you’re right. I’m glad I can ask you for help.
Savannah: Of course, Trevor. Remember, it’s okay to ask for help whenever you need it. Whether it’s building Lego castles or anything else, there’s always someone willing to assist.
Trevor: Thanks for reminding me, Savannah. I’ll keep that in mind.
Savannah: Anytime, Trevor. Don’t hesitate to approach me or anyone else if you ever need a hand with something. That’s what friends are for!
Trevor: I’m really grateful to have a friend like you, Savannah.
Savannah: Oh, thanks, Trevor. Likewise! Now, let’s build this Lego castle together, shall we?
castle
κάστρο
Δεν προφέρεται το t.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο An Email from an Irish Friend
30 Σεπ 2024
An Email from an Irish Friend
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΔιασκευή του κειμένου από τη σελ. 15 στο βιβλίο Pupil’s Book της E′ τάξης
Dear Christina,
Just dropping you a quick email to say hello! It’s Friday afternoon, and I’m at home, catching up on my emails. I always check them when I get back from school.
I’ve got friends all over Europe and even some in other parts of Ireland. We use the Internet to chat, play games, and sometimes even look up stuff (you know, when we’re pretending to study). Do you do the same in Greece?
Oh, by the way, our English teacher, Mr Butterworth, caught me playing a game during class once. He looked at me, shook his head, and said, “Philip, if you were half as good at grammar as you are at gaming, you’d be writing novels by now.” I still don’t know if that was a compliment or an insult!
Anyway, time to go now.
Cheers,
Philip
⯈ Both “e-mail” and “email” are correct, but “email” has become more widely accepted, especially in informal writing. “E-mail” with the hyphen is the original form, reflecting its origin as “electronic mail,” but as the term has become common, the hyphen is often dropped.
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο bear / dog
Μαθαίνουμε τα γράμματα b και d
(σελ. 11 και 14 στο βιβλίο Student’s Book της Γ′ τάξης)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Learning about Ancient Greece
29 Σεπ 2024
Learning about Ancient Greece
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΤα λόγια του Andrew από τη σελ. 14 του Βιβλίου Μαθητή της Δ′ τάξης, ελαφρώς παραλλαγμένα:
Hello! It’s me, Andrew, again! Here’s our timetable for this year. My favourite days are Tuesday and Wednesday because we’ve got History, which happens to be my favourite school subject. I love it because we learn about ancient Greece. What about you, Nick? What’s your favourite day? Have you got a favourite subject?
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο The Most Famous Playwright
29 Σεπ 2024
The Most Famous Playwright
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώνα
Στη σελ. 8 του βιβλίου Activity Book της Ε’ τάξης, στη δραστηριότητα C, άσκηση 9, βρήκαμε την παρακάτω πρόταση:
William Shakespeare, the famous playwright and poet, was from England.
write γράφω
writer συγγραφέας
play θεατρικό έργο
playwright θεατρικός συγγραφέας
