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Back home again

Dear friends! We are already at home, everything went well, our plane arrived 30 minutes earlier, so we had to wait for the parents at the train stationn. It is spring here in Trelleborg, it is warm and sunny, it was “strange” after a week in “winter” in Saulkrasti. It was quiet in the bus … Continue reading →

And the last school day arrived:(

This is our last working day here at our friends. I am sure that you agree with me, the time flew, we managed to do so many things. Our students have learned a lot, and I mean not only speaking English but about the differences between our countries. They say that we are different but … Continue reading →

First impressions in Saulkrasti

Well, after a very nice flight we arrived in Riga, in the middle of the winter. But the feeling of cold disappeared quickly because we were welcome so friendly and warm. Thank you Gaida for this first impression!🌹Then at school, your birthday cake! Happy birthday once more🌷. The kids were very shy, as expected, but … Continue reading →

Age matters?- yes, it does. :)

As I have only year 7 students in English, I thought about including some of my year 8 (Spanish) students into this project group. I meet these kids at least 3 times weekly and they could be a great help for the younger ones. They are also more used to blogging. And, last but not … Continue reading →

How difficult it is to write a postcard…

I don’t know what you think but I am always amazed about the difficulties which may occur while trying to write a postcard or a letter with our students. I am now not only speaking about the language which can be challenging for our year 7 students, but am reflecting on the fact that many … Continue reading →