Hi biscuit breakers, Last Friday marked a universal School protest against climate change. I, myself got involved too. Two days ago Greta Thunberg, the Swedish girl who sparked the protests, stood up in front of UN nationals and delivered a powerful speech about climate change. Here is a part of her speech: "You have stolen... Continue Reading →
History Bites: Eleanor of Aquitaine
Hi Biscuit Breakers! Apologies for this week’s absence, I seem to have lost myself down a huge coursework-sized hole and I’ve only just managed to squeeze myself out of it! Today’s History Bites is on the bad-ass Eleanor of Aquitaine, who is deeply underrated, especially due to her involvement in so much of the medieval... Continue Reading →
Planning Your (Entire) Future
Hi Biscuit Breakers, As mentioned in my previous posts, I am currently at the time in my life where I have to look to the future and decide on how I’m going to live the rest of my life. Literally. I have the choice of going to University, getting an apprenticeship, or go into full... Continue Reading →
Film Review: Matilda
I repeat, who wanted to be Matilda? ME! This film adaptation practically cemented my love for little Matilda Wormwood and hatred for her eccentric parents. Danny DeVito you legend. As a child watching Matilda, it was perfection. I was scared, but not too scared of Miss Trunchbull and I hoped and prayed for a teacher... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Matilda
Who wanted to dress up as Matilda at World Book Day? Me. Who wished they could have magic powers from reading lots of books? Me. Who completely adored Miss Honey and wanted her to be my teacher? Me. Roald Dahl’s books were a huge part of my childhood. That and Enid Blyton books too. They... Continue Reading →
The Gingerbread Man
His eyes were like liquorice gems, His nose was as bright as a glacé cherry, His smile was painted on like icing, His hair was like chocolate sprinkles, His tie was as long as strawberry laces, His buttons were purple gum drops, His shoes were like soft dolly mixture, His skin was the perfect golden... Continue Reading →
The Marking of the Second World War
On the 1st September 1939, England declared war against Germany. 2019 marks 80 years since this horrific event took place. But how did it happen? Ever since WW1 ended in 1918, the three allying countries: England, France and America set up the Treaty of Versailles. This treaty was basically punishment towards Germany for starting WW1.... Continue Reading →
Back in the Swing of it
Hi Biscuit Breakers! It’s September, and that means that I’m back at college. Many of you will be back at school and University too. After nearly two months off, it seems like it has been ages since going back to college, there are new students and new opportunities, and also more exams. I’ll be finishing... Continue Reading →
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