The story of Santa Claus begins in Asia Minor in the fourth century, when a young man named Nicholas lived in the city of Myra, now in Türkiye. After losing both parents, he inherited a large sum of money and used it to support children, families and anyone living in hardship. His generosity became
Discover culture, nature and fun on a journey through the south of England to Ardingly. Hidden away in the English countryside, Ardingly is a small village that has somehow managed to keep its charm intact. Surrounded by unspoilt hills and green fields, it’s a place where history, nature and community spirit still intertwine in
Introducing active learning into your classroom, and why it’s worth continuing to explore and innovate in education Education today is undergoing a period of evolution, with active learning playing it's part. More and more schools are questioning whether the traditional approach to teaching can still meet the needs of new generations of learners. Yet,
Learn about the scariest Halloween urban legends that’ll give you goosebumps! You might want to sleep with the lights on... Think Halloween is all about smiling pumpkins, funny costumes, and bags full of sweets? Think again. We’re about to step into the darker side of the season, where laughter turns into screams, and treats
When you picture a study holiday in the UK, you might imagine classrooms, textbooks, and teachers. But here in Wiltshire, learning English goes far beyond the classroom. Wiltshire is landlocked, but its rivers drain toward the Thames to the east and the Bristol Channel and English Channel to the south and west. The famous Salisbury
If you want to improve your English, you now have the chance to do it with us at Astrolabio, right in one of the most authentically English places you could imagine: the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester, with its Gothic atmosphere, timeless tradition, and outstanding quality. If improving your English is one of your
Meet the Peaky Blinders, a criminal gang that shaped Birmingham’s history. When you hear the name Peaky Blinders, you probably think of the hugely popular TV series. But long before it became a global phenomenon, the name belonged to a real criminal gang that walked the streets of Birmingham in the late 19th and
Getting ready for a study holiday abroad? Improve your English before your trip with music from the best British boybands! Whether you’re travelling for the first time or you’ve already had a few experiences under your belt, one thing always stays the same: the more comfortable you feel with the language, the more confident and
Wondering how to recognise and remember false friends when you're learning English? Here's how to outsmart them! Have you ever had one of those moments where you're speaking English, everything seems to be going fine… and then suddenly, something goes wrong? You’ve said a word that felt right, sounded familiar, but the person you're talking to is
Summer is finally here. School’s out, and the holidays have finally arrived. That means it’s time to slow down, enjoy the break with these best new books for teens. Summer 2025 is the perfect opportunity to pick up a great book. Whether you're relaxing by the sea on holiday, on a study vacation with Astrolabio, or
