https://en.unesco.org/commemorations/worldbookday

23rd April


World Book 
and
Copyright Day


"WHY READING IS MORE IMPORTANT NOW THAN EVER!

More than ever, at a time where most of the schools around the world are closed and people are having to limit their time spent outside, the power of books should be leveraged to combat isolation, reinforce ties between people, expand our horizons, while stimulating our minds and creativity. 

During the month of April and all year round, it is critical to take the time to read on your own or with your children. It is a time to celebrate the importance of reading, foster children's growth as readers and promote a lifelong love of literature and integration into the world of work.

Through reading and the celebration of World Book and Copyright Day, 23 April, we can open ourselves to others despite distance, and we can travel thanks to imagination. From April 1st to 23rd, UNESCO will share quotes, poems and messages to symbolize the power of books and encourage reading as much as possible. By creating a sense of community through the shared readings and the shared knowledge, readers around the world can connect and mutually help curb loneliness. 

In such circumstances, we invite students, teachers, readers from around the world as well as the book industry and library services to testify and express their love for reading.(…)"

Read more here.

"MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL

"Books have the unique ability both to entertain and to teach. 

They are at once a means of exploring realms beyond our personal experience through exposure to different authors, universes and cultures, and a means of accessing the deepest recesses of our inner selves."

— Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day 2020" (in https://en.unesco.org/commemorations/worldbookday)

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22nd April

Earth Day



"Earth Day 2020 could mark the year we stop taking the planet for granted.
The 50th annual call for environmental reform falls at a time when the health of people and nature has never been more urgent.

Fifty years ago today, the first Earth Day was marked in the United States as a peaceful call for environmental reform, following a massive oil spill off the coast of California. 

Half a century later, this annual day unites millions across the globe, drawing attention to the huge challenges facing our planet.

Now more than ever, Earth Day offers an opportunity for us all to reflect upon our relationship with the planet, amid the most powerful possible message that nature can surprise us at any moment, with devastating consequences for pretty much every individual. 

It is a time when the health of the planet and its people has never been so important. (…)" in https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/apr/22/earth-day-2020-could-mark-the-year-we-stop-taking-the-planet-for-granted-aoe

Listen to and watch the UN chief, António Guterres.   

"We must act decisively to protect our planet from both the coronavirus and the existential threat of climate disruption." 

UN Secretary-General António Guterres

"When Mother Earth sends us a message Mother Earth is clearly urging a call to action. Nature is suffering. Australian fires, heat records and the worst locust invasion in Kenya. 

Now we face COVID - 19, a worldwide health pandemic link to the health of our ecosystem.

Climate change, man-made changes to nature as well as crimes that disrupt biodiversity, such as deforestation, land-use change, intensified agriculture and livestock production or the growing illegal wildlife trade, can increase contact and the transmission of infectious diseases from animals to humans (zoonotic diseases) like COVID-19.

From one new infection disease that emerges in humans every 4 months, 75% of these emerging diseases come from animals, according to UN Environment.

This shows the close relationships between human, animal and environmental health.  (…)"

Read more HERE.

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World Creativity and Innovation Day,

21st April

'Fashion and Sustainability: Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good' – Models parade sustainable clothing representing different regions of the world during the fashion showcase. UN Photo/Manuel Elias

"Creativity and innovation in problem-solving

There may be no universal understanding of creativity. 

The concept is open to interpretation from artistic expression to problem-solving in the context of economic, social and sustainable development. 

Therefore, the United Nations designated 21 April as World Creativity and Innovation Day to raise the awareness of the role of creativity and innovation in all aspects of human development. (…)

Creativity and Culture

The creative economy –which includes audiovisual products, design, new media, performing arts, publishing and visual arts– is a highly transformative sector of the world economy in terms of income generation, job creation and export earnings. 

Culture is an essential component of sustainable development and represents a source of identity, innovation and creativity for the individual and community. 

At the same time, creativity and culture have a significant non-monetary value that contributes to inclusive social development, to dialogue and understanding between peoples. (…)" 

Read more HERE!

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8th C
Correction of the English task: week 1 
13th - 17th April

St.B., page 99

A.1. F. Eric Schlosser is an American Journalist.
2. T.
3. F. Eric Schlosser wrote a book.
4. T.

B. 1. Yes, they are because nowadays you can find many farmer's markets with lots of fresh products all over the country.
2. Eric Schlosser’s book is called “Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal”.
3. It is an adapted version of the book for teenagers.

St.B., page 107

B. 1. 

a - a boy;

b - a girl;

c - informal;

d - to convince people to change their habits.

B. 2. 

a. Mac; b. Mallie; c. dog; d. David

B. 3. 

a. 6; b. 2; c. 10; d. 5; e. 3; f. 8; g. 9; h. 4; i. 7; j. 1

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9th A, B & C

Correction of the English task: week 1 
13th - 17th April

St.B., page 97

A.
1- b; 2- b; 3- b; 4- c; 5- b

B.
1- g; 2- d; 3- a; 4- h; 5- f; 6- c; 7- e; 8- b
(Note: if you've chosen 5-c) and 6 -f) it's not quite wrong. It's another way of understanding the text, it's another, a different perspective.)
C.
1. His mother suffered a severe stroke.
2. Mark decided to become a volunteer because when he was at the hospital he admired what volunteers did: talk to and encourage patients all the time.

St.B., page 119

C.
1. b); 2. c); 3.c); 4. a); 5. b); 6. c); 7. c); 8. a); 9. b); 10. c)

D. option 2 

(note: the definition of fanciful in this context 

"(…) of things decorated in an unusual style that shows imagination a fanciful gold border) 

in https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/fanciful

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Curiosities


18th April, 

International Day for Monuments and Sites

"In 1982, ICOMOS suggested that April 18 should be celebrated as the 

International Day for Monuments and Sites.

Celebrated on April 18, the International Day for Monuments and Sites is marked by the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), in order to promote culture and heritage across the world.

Why is International Day for Monuments and Sites celebrated?
The International Day for Monuments and Sites day is celebrated with an aim to encourage local communities and individuals to know the importance of cultural heritage in their lives, identities and communities. It also focuses on spreading awareness about diversity and the vulnerability of cultural heritage, amid efforts to conserve them.

History of International Day for Monuments and Sites
In 1982, ICOMOS suggested that April 18 should be celebrated as the International Day for Monuments and Sites. The following year, 1983, UNESCO in its 22nd General Conference approved the date. Since then, ICOMOS every year proposes a theme for the celebrations and activities that are organised by its committees, members and partners.

International Day for Monuments and Sites 2020 Theme
According to ICOMOS, the theme of Shared Cultures, Shared Heritage, Shared Responsibility is important for global unity at the time of the ongoing worldwide health crisis due to coronavirus.

ICOMOS has said that due to Covid-19, possible activities to celebrate the day can include virtual conferences, webinars, online lectures, live-streamed interviews and social media campaigns.People can also post photos and information on culture and heritage of their country."

(in https://www.news18.com/news/world/international-day-for-monuments-and-sites-2020-learn-its-significance-history-2582739.html)

Read more HERE whenever you want.

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Dear students,


our 3rd term has already started. 

In a different way but thanks to the advance of technology and to the Internet we are connected!

You can also go to our school website and 
read some of the texts you wrote during the first term: "Reading stories" in "Semana da Leitura".
Click HERE 

Distant but so close to each other.

Let us stay at home and keep safe!

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