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27th August 2020: ‘Wave of silence’ spread around world during coronavirus pandemic

As the pandemic made life much, much quieter, seismic scientists found it easier to hear earthquakes.

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30th July 2020: Scientists say most likely number of contactable alien civilizations is 36

Scientists are counting the number of worlds that might be able to communicate with others.

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30th April 2020: Emboldened wild animals venture into locked-down cities worldwide

Deer, raccoons, turkeys and other creatures have made their way into urban settings they might normally avoid.

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16th April 2020: The ten biggest myths in fitness

Advice for how to get fit and healthy is often confusing. But there are some simple truths.

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6th February 2020: The farmers using drones to watch their flocks by flight

For some farmers in New Zealand, Britain and Australia, drones are not just a toy – they’re an increasingly vital tool.

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Flashcards: Space

A set of flashcards on the topic of space to print and use in class.

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Flashcards: Baby animals (US)

An American English set of flashcards on the topic of baby animals to print and use in class.

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Flashcards: Materials (UK)

A British English set of flashcards on the topic of materials to print and use in class.

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Flashcards: Materials (US)

An American English set of flashcards on the topic of materials to print and use in class.

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Flashcards: Baby animals (UK)

A British English set of flashcards on the topic of baby animals to print and use in class.

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Language for ... pets

This lesson provides students with the key vocabulary associated with pets.

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Film and TV: Medical TV series

In this lesson, students practise talking about medical issues and watch video clips from two UK-based TV shows.

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Film and TV: Documentaries for kids

In this lesson for young learners, students focus on vocabulary and speaking related to jobs and ambitions.

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Film and TV: Animated films

In this lesson for young learners, students focus on vocabulary and speaking related to animals and talking about feelings.

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Flashcards: Natural features (UK)

A British English set of flashcards on the topic of natural features to print and use in class.

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Flashcards: Natural features (US)

An American English set of flashcards on the topic of natural features to print and use in class.

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Film and TV: Science TV series

In this lesson for young learners, students focus on vocabulary and speaking related to science and measurements.

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Language for ... the pub

This lesson provides students with the language needed for visiting a British pub.

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Language for ... the environment

This lesson provides students with key vocabulary associated with environmental issues.

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Flashcards: Insects (UK)

A British English set of downloadable flashcards all about insects.