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"Who is Vernon Scanell?" by Srednja škola Delnice, Croatia

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 Who is Vernon Scanell? Croatian team Matija and Karlo research about the famou English writer Vernon Scannel. Let see croatian version Biografija Vernona Scannella Vernon Scannell bio je engleski pisac, pjesnik i vojnik. Rodio se 1922. godine u siromašnoj obitelji. Svoje teško djetinjstvo prenio je na mnoge pjesme koje su imale duboke detalje i značenje.  Kao mladić se pridružio britanskoj vojsci i borio se u Drugom svjetskom ratu. Scannell je bio poznat po svojoj iskrenoj poeziji koja je istraživala teme kao rat, traume, ljubav, obitelj i ljudski odnosi. Iskustvo rata dovelo je u njegove stihove snagu i introspektivnost, prikazujući njegovo osobno iskustvo i razmišljanja što znači biti čovjek. Neka od njegovih poznatijih djela su „The Masks of Love“ (1960) , „Many Shades“ (1966.) i „Walking Wounded“ (1987.) s kojima je osvojio mnoge nagrade poput Heinemann Award for Literature i Cholmondeley Award.  Iako je mnogo postigao u književnosti patio je od problema s alkoholom ...

Our created poem based on the original poem "Please, Mrs Butler" by Allan Ahlberg (Ellinogermaniki Agogi,Athens, Greece)

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  Each school has contributed with their own stanza!  OUR CREATED POEM Please Mrs Miller, This girl Susie True Keeps taking my new car, Miss. What shall I do? Dust yourself off,honey, Don't look behind. Always smile,rather Fight against the fright. Please Mrs.Miller. That girl Susie True Doesn't bring her stuff and takes my stuff instead. What shall I do? Hide it in your pocket, dear burn it instead but don't let her know what you keep in your hand Please, Mrs. Miller help me find a way,  Susie’s actions lead to dismay.  She captures moments in a hurtful frame,  Bullying snapshots, tarnishing my name. I understand your distress, my dear,  When Susies hurtful actions appear.  But locking yourself away wont bring relief,  Nor running to the sea, causing more grief. Please Mrs Miller This girl Susie True Keeps taking my pictures What shall I do Miss? Don’t worry, sweetheart Everything will be fine, Keep them in an album! So that she doesn’t cross the...

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS DAY!

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To celebrate the Human Rights Day, 10th December, we have read the articles in Universal Decleration of Human Rights and created a video with the participation of all countries. Here is the link to our video: Happy International Human Rights Day!

Interpretation of Human Beings by Adrian Mitchell ( Ayvacık Anatolian High School, Türkiye)

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"Human Beings" is a poem written by Adrian Mitchell, which explores the theme of humanity and the complexities of human nature. The poem does not follow a strict rhyming scheme and instead focuses on the use of free verse , allowing the poet to freely express his thoughts and emotions without the constraints of rhyme.  The style of the poem can be described as conversational and direct, as if the poet is having a conversation with the reader. This simplicity of language and direct address makes the poem accessible to a wide audience, including A2 level students.  In terms of its theme, "Human Beings" highlight s the contradictions and paradoxes found within humanity . It presents a range of contrasting qualities, such as love and hate, cruelty and kindness, and laughter and tears. The poet suggests that these contradictory aspects are what make human beings unique and interesting.  Throughout the poem, Mitchell uses vivid imager y to convey his message.   The...

Interpretation of Please Mrs Butler (SŠ Delnice, Croatia)

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Idea: It might be about how the teacher doesn't care about her students. Why? Because the teacher has too many students to care about maybe she was having a bad day because her solutions are effortless maybe she is just a bad teacher she is tired and old maybe she is trying to teach them how to be independent maybe she has special way of teaching maybe she likes to make jokes. Motive: School motives Composition: 6 stanzas, quatrains Lyrical subject: two lyrical subjects, dialogue between teacher and student quote „do whatever you can, don't ask me* Rhythm: rhyming verse, melodical humor - go sit in the sink Irony: swallow (rubber) Stylistic means of expressions Anaphora: please, this boy Alliteration: repetition of consonants (d, g- harsh letters) Derek Drew - bully Vocatives: dear, my love, my lamb, my flower The poem we had read has a key of motivation and success. However, it lacks understanding. It is not clear whether the teacher is trying to help, or is it j...

Who is Allan Ahlberg? ( Ayvacık Anatolian High School, Türkiye)

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Allan Ahlberg is a British author of children's books. He was born on June 5, 1938, in Croydon, England. Ahlberg is best known for writing picture books, often in collaboration with his late wife, Janet Ahlberg. Together, they created beloved works such as "Each Peach Pear Plum," "Peepo!," and "The Jolly Postman." Ahlberg's books are known for their humor, engaging storytelling, and distinctive illustrations. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the Kate Greenaway Medal. Ahlberg's poems are funny and easy to understand. They show us what it's like to be a student and talk to our teacher. The book has colorful pictures that make the poems even more fun to read.  "Please Mrs. Butler" is a special book that both kids and grown-ups enjoy. It helps us imagine what it feels like to be in school and makes us laugh at the same time. Teachers use this book in many schools because it helps kids love poetry and understand what ...

Please Mrs Butler by Allan Ahlberg( Ayvacık Anayolian High School, Türkiye)

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 Please Mrs Butler by Allan Ahlberg Please Mrs Butler This boy Derek Drew Keeps copying my work, Miss.  What shall I do? Go and sit in the hall, dear. Go and sit in the sink. Take your books on the roof, my lamb.  Do whatever you think. Please Mrs Butler This boy Derek Drew Keeps taking my rubber, Miss.  What shall I do? Keep it in your hand, dear.  Hide it up your vest. Swallow it if you like, my love.  Do what you think is best. Please Mrs Butler This boy Derek Drew Keeps calling me rude names, miss.  What shall I do? Lock yourself in the cupboard, dear.  Run away to sea. Do whatever you can, my flower.  But don’t ask me. References: https://childrens.poetryarchive.org/poem/please-mrs-butler/