English File Intermediate Student's Book - Listening 1.45 - 1.53 - Unit 2B

Summary

The transcript narrates Jane's journey as a children's book writer and teacher, whose life is transformed by a trip to Uganda and Rwanda. After witnessing the conditions of a local school, she establishes 'Adelante Africa' to build a new one for orphans and refugees. The organization also addresses health issues and living conditions. Jane's family is deeply involved, and the impact is profound, not just for the children but also for her. The story is a testament to the power of education and community.

Takeaways

• 📚 Jane is a primary school teacher and a writer of children's books, specifically for those learning English as a foreign language.
• 📅 Jane has been writing for approximately 22 years since 1990.
• 🌍 A life-changing trip to Africa, specifically Uganda and Rwanda, involved an unexpected encounter with children at a school in need.
• 🏚️ The school Jane visited, Saint Joseph's, was in poor condition with falling walls, broken blackboards, and a lack of desks.
• 🎶 Jane taught the children an English song, 'Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes,' and was amazed by their quick learning.
• 🏛️ Jane and her husband, along with others, established an organization to raise funds for a new school for the children.
• 🔧 The organization, Adelante Africa, was named to convey the idea of Africa moving forward.
• 💰 It took about two years to raise enough funds to build the new school, which opened in 2010 with 75 children and now serves nearly 500.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Jane's family is actively involved in Adelante Africa, with each member contributing to different projects and visiting Uganda annually.
• 🌱 The new school has not only provided education but also hope and a sense of community for the children.
• 🌐 Adelante Africa has a website, www.atlantiaafrica.com, which provides more information and updates on their work.

Q & A

What type of books does Jane write?

Jane writes books for children who are learning English as a foreign language.

How long has Jane been a writer?

Jane has been a writer since 1990, which is approximately 22 years.

What significant event occurred during Jane's trip to Africa in 2008?

During her trip to Africa, Jane's family encountered a broken-down lorry, which led to an unexpected visit to a Ugandan school for orphans, very poor children, and refugees.

What was the condition of the school Jane visited in Uganda?

The school Jane visited had falling walls, broken blackboards, and a lack of desks, but the children were friendly and eager to learn.

What was the name of the school Jane visited in Uganda?

The school was called Saint Joseph's, a community school for orphans, very poor children, and refugees.

What did Jane and her family decide to do upon returning home after visiting the school in Uganda?

Jane and her family, along with others from the trip, decided to set up an organization to raise funds to build a new school for the children they met in Uganda.

What is the name of the organization Jane and her family set up to help the children in Uganda?

The organization is called Adelante Africa, which means 'go forward' in Spanish.

How long did it take for Adelante Africa to raise the funds needed to build the new school?

It took Adelante Africa about two years to raise the funds needed to build the new school.

What additional projects has Adelante Africa been working on for the children in Uganda?

Adelante Africa has been working on improving the children's diet and health, as well as building a house for children without families to live in.

How has Adelante Africa impacted not only the children's lives but also Jane's and her family's?

Adelante Africa has given the children hope and a better learning environment. It has also changed Jane and her family's lives by giving them a sense of purpose and community, and the opportunity to give back.

What is the website for Adelante Africa?

The website for Adelante Africa is www.atlantiaafrica.com, which provides more information about the organization and its projects.