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Shopping is GREAT
Shopping is GREAT
A recent survey named London as the shopping capital of the world, and Britain as a whole is full of amazing shops. Watch this video to find out all about shopping in Britain – and why it's great. If you are a teacher of English, you can also use the Shopping is Great lesson plans on the British Council TeachingEnglish site.
Music is GREAT
Music is GREAT
Some of the greatest music in the world comes from Britain, and British music is still topping the charts today. And it's not just recorded music; from Glyndebourne to Glastonbury, the UK hosts the world’s greatest music festivals. English teachers can also use the Music is Great lesson plans on the British Council...
Creativity is GREAT
Creativity is GREAT
From art to architecture, from film to fashion, British talent leads the world. Richard goes in search of the sources of British creativity, and meets Batman, Queen Elizabeth, and Puss in Boots along the way. For English teachers, there are Creativity is Great lesson plans on the British Council TeachingEnglish site.
Heritage is GREAT
Heritage is GREAT
Three of the top five galleries and museums in the world... Hundreds of castles, stately homes and romantic ruins... And one of the world's oldest and most famous prehistoric sites. British heritage truly is great. If you'd like to talk about heritage in class, there are Heritage is Great lesson plans on the British Council...
Countryside is GREAT
Countryside is GREAT
It's not just great cities Britain has to offer. From the breathtaking cliffs of the south coast to the wild, beautiful mountains of Scotland, Britain has some of the world's most dramatic landscapes. If you're an English teacher, you can also use the Countryside is Great lesson plans on the British Council TeachingEnglish...
Entrepreneurs are GREAT
Entrepreneurs are GREAT
Whether you're talking about established businessmen like Richard Branson or rising stars like the two young women behind Rock ‘N Rose, one of the world's hottest names in fashion, Britain is a great place for entrepreneurs. With opportunities all over the country, it's the easiest place to set up a business in Europe. If you'...
Innovation is GREAT
Innovation is GREAT
With 77 Nobel prizes in science and technology alone, Britain has always had a great reputation for innovation. Join Richard as he meets some of the people behind the amazing ideas and incredible technology that are keeping that reputation alive.
Knowledge is GREAT
Knowledge is GREAT
With four of the world's top ten universities, Britain has a great reputation for learning. But knowledge isn't just for students; Britain's amazing museums showcase the United Kingdom's contributions to the world's store of knowledge. If you'd like to talk about knowledge in class, there is a Knowledge is Great lesson plan on...
Green is GREAT
Green is GREAT
Green issues are a global concern, but Britain is leading the way with great green innovation. This year's Olympics will set a new record – as the most environmentally friendly games ever. If you'd like to talk about green issues and the environment in class, there is a Green is Great lesson plan on the British Council...
Literature is GREAT
Literature is GREAT
More than half the world's children study Shakespeare, but the story of Britain's literature doesn't end with the Bard. Classic writers like Dickens are known around the globe, and modern British writers have their own special magic. If you'd like to talk about literature in class, there is a Literature is Great lesson plan on...
Sport is GREAT
Sport is GREAT
The world's greatest sports come from Britain, including rugby, cricket and football, with some of the world's greatest football in the Premier League. But with the London Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012, there's much more to British sport on land - and at sea!
English is GREAT
English is GREAT
Perhaps Britain's greatest contribution to the world is not art or technology or sport, but the English language itself. Great Britain is home to the first language of business, science and travel. The story of English begins more than a thousand years ago, but its global importance means it is still making history now. If you...
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