"Inspirational English" Issue 31 | Page 2

Dear reader, Finally my favourite month is here. I can’t wait to finish my hot cup of tea and put up the Christmas decorations. Have you done yours yet? It seems to me that more and more people come to the realisation that Christmas is not about the best and most expensive gift, but it is about being with the people we care for as well as sharing love and kindness. So if you want to see a different approach to the countdown to Christmas, why don’t you take a look at a special Kindness Advent Calendar? CONTENTS 03 06 10 13 15 16 17 18 19 Kindness Advent Calendar We inspire This issue comes with a new name and two new features. The main purpose of “Inspirational English” is to spread Kind-heartedness and Compassion around the world so I am sure you will get inspired by the interview with Andy Focallocal, who is the driving force behind the Focallocal Positive Social Action Community. Last but not least, I have prepared a lesson plan based around one of the projects organised by Focallocal. I would love to hear from you and see what your students think about the project. From Russie with love Story Time Positively English Easy English Discussion Time Kids’ corner Christmas Competition Page 22 Everyday English Fun with English 2