Tuesday, May 21, 2013

UNIT 9: An email to an internet forum.

Hi,

My name's Laia Arnau Constans and I live in Greenwich in South London. I like the area where I live, so I want to improve it.

In my opinion there isn't anywhere for young people to go. There aren't any facilities for them. As a result, young people spend all their time hanging around on the street. There are sometimes problems with vandalism and graffiti.

I think the council should do something about this. I'm sure we should have a youth café, for example.

Laia Arnau Constans.


Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Campaign poster 'only children can fully see'


A poster designed to be fully seen only by children has been used by a Spanish charity.
When looked at from a child's height, a "secret" message showing a helpline number shows up.
The poster uses a technique called lenticular printing - which means looking from a different angle shows a slightly different image.
It's being used as part of a campaign by the Anar Foundation to tackle child abuse.
Lenticular printing is also used to create 3D effects and make things look animated.

Tour de France: Froome not Bradley Wiggins to lead Sky


Sir Bradley Wiggins' chances of winning the Tour de France again appear to be dashed - Chris Froome's been confirmed as Team Sky's leader this year.

His teammate Froome helped him to victory.
Team Sky boss Dave Brailsford said: "Given Chris' step-up in performances this year, our plan, as it has been since January, is to have him lead the Tour de France team."
Each team has a leader, and their teammates have to work really hard to help that rider win the race.
Wiggins is currently aiming to become the first British winner of the Giro d'Italia, a three-week bike race across Italy.
He is leading Team Sky, who lie in second place after Sunday's stage two.