Eight decades on, the thought of the state encouraging people to attack groups of citizens is hard to believe. Here are some books that might help.
These were the beauty products we loved as '80s kids and teens that seem to have disappeared from drugstore shelves.
Not enough toys include subtle references to national tragedies
'What is becoming clear to the generation now approaching maturity is that our society has no solutions for their problems, can give no direction to their lives.'
Tracey Thorn has followed up her hit memoir with a book about the art of singing. In this extract, she talks about the importance of finding a distinctive voice…
These were the beauty products we loved as '80s kids and teens that seem to have disappeared from drugstore shelves.
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The Safety Dance b/w Security Men Without Hats, Statik Records/UK (1982)
Nombre Alf Creación Tom Patchett, Paul Fusco Dirección Paul Fusco País EE.UU Temporadas 4 Episodios 102 Genero Sitcom Cadena original NBC Inicio de emisión 1986 Fin de emisión 199…
The Walkman is replaced with an iPod, and the urge to smoke is far less while the habit of safe sex is much stronger. It’s good to be a kid these days. Or rather, it’s better to be a teenager now than it was 30 years ago. That’s the essential argument made in an infographic […]
Now those were the days.
An engaging, fun & interactive pairwork speaking activity. Full teacher's instructions and gamification alternatives are provided. The activity can be used for a 1-1 speaking class or as a pairwork activity in a larger class. The material is ideal for adults & teenagers, but can also be used for children 11+. Level: Intermediate to Advanced. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Part 1: Photo Description & Comparison Students describe photos and compare differences. Encourages use of linking terms, connectors and cohesive devices (firstly, however, furthermore etc...) Vocabulary acquisition. Part 2: Discussion Questions Students ask each other contentious conversation questions. Encourages fluency and confidence using English. Students are challenged to: ‣ Extend their answers ‣ Elicit more information ‣ Agree / disagree with their partners ‣ Justify their arguments ‣ Debates GAMIFICATION ALTERNATIVES PROVIDED WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS.
1 9 7 9 - 1 9 8 1 (UK) 31 x 30 minute episodes Children's novelist Barbara Euphan Todd created the character of Worzel Gummidge - a scarecrow who became a radio star in the 1940s and featured in a one-off TV adventure in the 1950s. After she died in 1976, the rights to the
Howard and Hilda Hughes in the 1980s. We asked Howard and Hilda Hughes, two of the stars of that searing 1980s suburban life documentary series Ever Decreasing Circles (1984-1989) what they thought of the decade... Hilda: "Well, I was in the Wrens back then (giggles). I think I quite liked Lonnie Donegan." '80s Actual: "That was the 1950s, actually." Howard: "Oh dear, Hilda (laughs), you got it a bit wrong there old girl!" Hilda: "Yes, I did, Howard!" Laughs as well. "The 1980s... we decorated the Polly Wally Doodle room I seem to recall..." Howard: "Yes, we did, Hilda. A lovely shade of pastel pink." Hilda: "Yes! Oh, that was lovely, Howard. And we had all that trouble with the buddleia ." Howard: "That's right, dear. It got a bit out of control, didn't it?" (Laughs) Hilda: "It did, Howard!" (laughs too.) "Wasn't that when we made our basketwork Neddy?" Howard: "It was Hilda. I think we should try working in basket again." Hilda: "Yes, it was fun, wasn't it?" '80s Actual: "That's all very interesting. But what did you think about the popular culture of the 1980s?" Hilda: "The Shipping Forecast was very good back then." Howard: "It was, Hilda." Hilda: "And the rosehip syrup. I don't think it tastes the same these days." '80s Actual: "Did you participate in the fashions of the decade? Deelyboppers? Power dressing? Shell suits?" Hilda: "Well, I made some lovely jumpers and cardigans. Quite a lot of them were matching - Howard and I like to be matching sometimes, don't we, Howard?" Howard: "We do, dear." Hilda: "And I like knitwear - it keeps the draughts out. I've got a back, you see." '80s Actual: "Er, yes... What about the political scene of the 1980s? What did you think about Reagan and Thatcher? The miners' strike? Clause 28? Perestroika and Glasnost? The Fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the Cold War?" Hilda: "I never discuss politics. Nasty things. Cause a lot of disagreements. My father was always very strict about that. We never do, do we, Howard?" Howard: "Do what, dear?" Hilda: "Discuss politics." Howard: "No, dear." '80s Actual: "Oh. What about the sporting scene? Botham and Becker? Lineker and Steve Davis? Zola Budd?" Hilda: "Well, I remember that little beast at the World Cup. That "hand of God" thing. Was that when you're talking about?" '80s Actual: "Yes, 1986." Hilda: "Oh, well, we remember that, don't we Howard?" Howard: "We do, dear. And I played a lot of cricket of course. And tried my hand at snooker. You could say I was something of a sportsman back then." Hilda: "Yes! And I knitted the jumpers for the cricket team! We had that lovely wool shop in the high street back then. It's closed now of course. It's one of those coffee places now." Howard: "Yes, it is." '80s Actual: "What about pop music back then? Do you remember Adam and the Ants? New Order? Pet Shop Boys? Erasure?" Howard: "No, I don't think we do, old boy. We liked Sing Something Simple though." Hilda: "Oh, yes! We used to sing along, didn't we, Howard? Every Sunday afternoon. We always looked forward to that." Howard: "Yes, we did, dear." Hilda: "The neighbours must have thought we were a bit of a rowdy house when that was on. We got quite carried away at times!" (giggles). Howard laughs. '80s Actual (sighing): "So, is there anything else you remember from the 1980s?" Hilda: "Well, [lowers her voice] I attacted a poltergiest. I know it was then because I kept a diary. I bought it at WH Smith's - it had a lovely pink pelican on the front cover. Hardback. I bought it because I wanted to see if there was any pattern to the supernatural activity, you see. 1989 it was." Howard: "I don't think it was really a poltergeist, Hilda." Hilda (getting slightly indignant): "Then how do you explain my little wooden windmill? Me predicting the Red Devil? What happened at the supermarket?" Howard: "Don't distress yourself, Hilda. That was a long time ago." Hilda (calming): "Yes, you're quite right, Howard. And we have a guest. I'm sorry, Howard. I'm sorry, Mr Actual." '80s Actual: "That's fine. I think I should be going now. Thanks for answering my questions - I'll definitely feature you on the blog." Hilda: "Would you like a nice cup of tea before you go? Rosehip syrup? A nice muffin with zero cholesterol butter perhaps and some of my homemade jam?" Howard: "I can really recommend Hilda's cherry." '80s Actual: "No, no, thanks - I really must go. Thanks again. It's been really..." (leaves quickly). Standing on the garden path at the front of Howard and Hilda's house, our '80s Actual "journalist" hears a voice inside the house drifting out of the open window: Howard: "Shame we unpicked Neddy's ears, wasn't it?" Hilda: "That was nervous tension, that was, Howard Hughes." Howard: "Yes, it was, dear. Still, we could always fetch him down from the attic and re-basket them, couldn't we?" Hilda (enthusiastically): "Yes, we could, Howard. That would be wonderful. And we could put him in the Polly Wally Doodle Room with the gramophone." Howard: "And people say retirement can be boring! We've never found that, have we, Hilda?" Hilda (giggling): "No, we most certainly have not, Howard!" They laugh together. Pause. Then: Hilda: "Howard, is there such a word as 're-basket'?" '80s Actual hastens away.
Those who believe in progress say that new things are always best, and they are probably right. Familiar things are replaced with modern analogs, and their design becomes more functional, convenient, and practical. But some devices of the past, which were used by our grandparents, have passed the test of time and are still successful in maintaining their usefulness, even today.
Are you going to be a new kid on the block this school year? No, I'm not asking if you joined a singing group, I mean are you moving to a new school or is this your very first teaching job? If so, I'm sure you're busy downloading lessons, making centers, and visiting all of the thrift stores looking for books to fill your class library. I don't want to add to your plate, but . . . I have a few more things you might want to add to your "to do" list or maybe it's a "to think about" list. 1. School districts usually adopt a specific handwriting program such as D'Nealian or Handwriting Without Tears. Before you begin making posters and other things for your classroom, find out which program your district uses. 2. Some district will provide an ABC strip for your class like this one. Other school districts expect you to make one or buy one. Make sure you use the correct font (D'Nealian, Handwriting Without Tears, etc.) if you purchase or make one. 3. If you are very lucky, your PTA will give you money at the beginning of the year to purchase things for your classroom. Ask your mentor if you are in such a school and what the procedures are for getting reimbursed. Ask your mentor; don't assume your PTA will do this. Each PTA is run differently. 4. Save, save, save! Save your receipts. If you are going to get reimbursed by the PTA, you will need receipts. Save all of your other school-related expense receipts for April 15th. Work related expenses are tax deductions. Click here for more info. 5. If you have small children, I highly suggest you have a "Plan A" babysitter and a "Plan B" babysitter. You know Murphy's Law . . . if anything can go wrong it will, this is exactly why you want a Plan A and Plan B babysitter. It never fails, it's the morning of your first day of standardized tests, your husband is out of town, your Plan A babysitter calls to tell you that she's sick and can't watch your baby today, what do you do? Ol' Murphy is knocking at your door! But, if you have Plan B, you can kick Murphy down the road. 6. There will be days when you are amazed that you got to school with two matching shoes. Although, I must admit I've gotten to school with a blue sock and a black sock. How embarrassing! When you are having a Murphy morning, it is very easy to forget to bring your lunch to school. Have you seen those tuna and chicken salad snack packs? Buy a box of those and keep them in your closet to combat those Murphy Mornings. 7. Every teacher needs an Emergency Kit. I keep mine in a rubbermaid box. In my box are useful things such as: jumbo bottle of Tylenol for the occasional headache, cold medicine, cough drops (you will talk so much that you might get laryngitis), spray for static cling, clear nail polish (if you wear hose or tights in the winter), safety pins, sunglasses, nail clippers, hair barrette/ponytail holder, bandaids (for blisters), hairspray, brush/comb, deodorant, toothbrush/paste, dental floss, change for vending machine, and baby powder. Baby powder works great if you work in a tropical place with no air conditioning. It absorbs sweat and makes you smell good. I also keep an extra pair of shoes and socks at school. You never know when one of your students will throw up on your shoes or you step in a cold, slushy hole on your way into school. It's best to be prepared! I wrote a post about it. Click HERE to read it. 8. Most doctors will tell you there are two things teachers are known for: varicose veins because they stand on hard floors all day and chronic U.T.I.s because they can't use the restroom often enough. Use the restroom every chance you get. Just like we tell our kids, go to restroom when you have a chance and try even if you don't think you need to. Follow this advice so you won't be a part of your Doctor's frequent flyer program. 9. Be prepared to have sore feet. Invest in good quality shoes, your feet with thank you. On Proteacher, there was a discussion of which brand is the most comfortable. Also, try switching shoes at lunch time. I don't know why switching shoes helps your feet, but I've had good luck doing this. I've also seen teachers who wear slippers like these (below) at school. But, check to make sure it's allowed at your school before you spend money. 10. Ask your mentor to walk through a day with you and explain the school procedures. Suggested topics: **Arrival: Where do you pick up your class? **Specials: Do you walk your class to P.E., music, and art or do they come to your room? Are you responsible for some type of communication system such as a clipboard to take to specials? **Library: When do you sign up for library time? Do you stay with your class or can you leave? When can your students begin checking out books? **Lunch: What are the lunch time procedures? Assigned table / assigned seats? Do you line up your students in a certain order such as milk only, 1st choice, 2nd choice, etc.? Do you stay with your class or is it a duty-free lunch? **Email / Teacher mailbox: How often are you required to check emails and your mailbox in the office? **Nurse: Where is the nurse's office and what are the procedures for sending a student to the nurse? **Recess: What are the school-wide rules regarding the playground? How often do you have duty? **Planning: Does your team plan together? Do you have team meetings? What lesson plan format is required? **Absent/tardy students: How do you report absent and / or tardy students? **Dismissal: How does your grade level dismiss their students at the end of the day? This may seem a little overwhelming right now. But, if you begin thinking about these things now, you will have a much smoother beginning to your year. Good luck!
Stephen Morris – he who drummed for both Joy Division and New Order, both considered hallowed deities by those of us who inhabit The Quietus bunker – is comparing the agony of selecting 13 albums for our Bakers Dozen feature to choosing records for a DJ set. "You end up realising most of the records […]
At least 80 men could face charges in connection with the sexual abuse of a 16-year-old girl forced to work as a prostitute
Publicity still of Willem Dafoe & Madonna
WHAT THE SIMPSONS once did for the Clinton decade, Wait Til Your Father Gets Home did for Nixon-era America.
Hochbegabung Merkmale - Welche Persönlichkeitsmerkmale weisen hochbegabte Kinder und Erwachsene auf und wie kann man eine Hochbegabung feststellen?
A 1970s typing class
A strong dose of nostalgia.
Powerful images of youngsters caught up in the political turmoil
Front page of London’s ‘Evening Standard’ newspaper, Friday 13 October 1978, claiming: ‘A New York police spokesman said Vicious admitted killing 20-year-old Nancy Spungen during an “argument”. He was alleged to have said after his arrest that there had been a party, that he fell asleep and when he woke up Nancy was dead.’ Evening Standard, Friday 13 October 1978 (photograph of the original newspaper)
