All resources

Find content by language level, skill, resource type and topic. If you don't know your level, take our online level test to get an approximate indication of the English level you are working towards or completing. 

Watch a recording of our live event to support our learners studying grammar: New Year's resolutions and plans for 2025 – future forms.

Section
Community events
Average: 5 (4 votes)

On the night of 31 December and the morning of 1 January, people in many countries all over the world will celebrate the beginning of a new year. How will they celebrate and how did this tradition begin?

Section
Magazine zone
festivals and celebrations
history
culture and customs
Language level
B2 Upper intermediate
Average: 4.1 (42 votes)

You may think of Santa as living at the North Pole. But this Santa Claus lives in the USA. Is he real? Watch the video to find out!

Section
Video zone
festivals and celebrations
Language level
B2 Upper intermediate
C1 Advanced
C2 Proficiency
Average: 3.6 (63 votes)

Watch a recording of our live Christmas quiz for lots of festive language fun!

Section
Community events
Average: 3.9 (16 votes)

Watch a recording of our live event to support our learners studying grammar: Articles.

Section
Community events
Average: 5 (3 votes)

Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that is celebrated for eight days, usually in December. It is also called the Festival of Lights. Find out why and learn about what people do to celebrate this special holiday.

Section
Magazine zone
festivals and celebrations
culture and customs
Language level
B1 Intermediate
Average: 4.1 (40 votes)

Do you give your friends and family presents on special occasions? Watch this video to see how you can wrap gifts in an eco-friendly way.

Section
Video zone
festivals and celebrations
Language level
B2 Upper intermediate
C1 Advanced
C2 Proficiency
Average: 4.3 (18 votes)

It's the time of year for Santa Claus, fairy lights and all the best pop songs. What are the essential elements of Christmas in the UK?

Section
Magazine zone
festivals and celebrations
Language level
B2 Upper intermediate
Average: 4.1 (24 votes)

The British Council is celebrating its 90th birthday! Find out more about the British Council, what we do and how we're marking the anniversary.

Section
Magazine zone
festivals and celebrations
Language level
B1 Intermediate
Average: 4 (32 votes)

Have you ever seen how a flying squirrel moves through the trees? Watch the video to find out about this amazing little animal!

Section
Video zone
animals and pets
Language level
B1 Intermediate
Average: 3.9 (15 votes)

If you have a Christmas tree in your home, have you thought whether it's better to have a natural tree or an artificial tree? This video could help you to decide.

Section
Video zone
festivals and celebrations
environment and nature
Language level
B2 Upper intermediate
C1 Advanced
C2 Proficiency
Average: 3.8 (25 votes)

Watch a recording of our live event about Thanksgiving and Black Friday traditions.

Section
Community events
Average: 3.5 (31 votes)