Knopka the travellerTony PanayotovaKnopka the traveller
Knopa, or Knopka, was born in 2010 in Prague. She is a Chihuahua and moved to a new home at 3 weeks old when her mother became ill. Knopka likes travelling and has been to Odessa, Ukraine where she met her best friend Chacha. Knopka also enjoys going by car to the Carpathian Mountains in Ukraine twice, where she stayed at a beautiful wooden hotel by the river Prut.
Knopka the travellerTony PanayotovaKnopka the traveller
Knopa, or Knopka, was born in 2010 in Prague. She is a Chihuahua and moved to a new home at 3 weeks old when her mother became ill. Knopka likes travelling and has been to Odessa, Ukraine where she met her best friend Chacha. Knopka also enjoys going by car to the Carpathian Mountains in Ukraine twice, where she stayed at a beautiful wooden hotel by the river Prut.
Ro music questionnairePepi NikovaAn online survey of 80 students about their music preferences found that pop music was the most popular genre, being favored by 43 students. The majority of students, 38, reported listening to music 3-4 hours per week. The most preferred way to listen to music was through the Internet, chosen by 61 students. Most students, 72, enjoyed live music and 74 watched music television shows.
Bg music questionnairePepi NikovaThe document contains survey results about music preferences from 80 respondents. It includes data on respondents' favorite music genres (pop, hip hop and rock are most popular), genres they would not listen to (classical and heavy metal least popular), how many hours they listen per week (most over 11 hours), their preferred ways to listen (internet most popular), whether they enjoy live music or music television (majority say yes), and if music videos influence their opinions of songs (almost half say sometimes). It also has information on musical instrument playing (most do not play) and band participation (majority not in a band and do not want to be).
Working programme jan july 2014Pepi NikovaA document outlines activities for a cultural exchange program between two countries, including conducting a student music preferences survey to create school charts, a video conference with singers from both nations, forming creative teams in each school to discuss and workshop ideas for a performance on school life that would be filmed, and another video conference to exchange ideas for a joint performance, culminating in a working visit to Romania in June 2014.
Billy elliot discussionPepi NikovaBilly Elliot is a teen drama film that follows the story of a boy named Billy who dreams of becoming a ballet dancer despite facing obstacles from his family and community. The film shows Billy persevering through challenges like his father breaking his piano and not initially supporting his passion for dance. Billy's ballet teacher recognizes his talent and helps him pursue dance more seriously. By the end, Billy's father and family come to accept his dream after seeing how committed he is to ballet. The film promotes following one's dreams no matter what others think and not giving up during difficult times.
Film preferences bg1Pepi NikovaThe document summarizes the results of a survey about film preferences. It shows that action films and dramas were the most popular genres among respondents. When choosing a film, most respondents were interested in the genre and plot. The most important elements when watching a film were the plot and message. The majority discussed films with family and did not identify with a particular film character. Respondents indicated they would most like to make a movie about drama, horror, or adventure genres if given the opportunity. Most respondents said they would maybe or yes like to be an actor.
Film scriptsPepi NikovaA young woman named Jess tells her friend Kathie that she has an imaginary boyfriend to get Kathie to stop pestering her about getting into a relationship. Kathie has been trying to set Jess up with guys since their freshman year of high school, but Jess insists she is not interested. Jess describes her group of friends at school - Tom, his girlfriend Rika, and Kathie's boyfriend Eliot. At lunch, Kathie talks about a new transfer student at their school, but Jess points out that Kathie tends to gush over any supposedly cool new guy. Jess continues insisting to Kathie that she already has a boyfriend, even though he is imaginary.
The student rulesPepi NikovaWeird writes her own set of rules for students that justify inappropriate behavior such as not paying attention, copying work, or damaging school property. The rules claim things like the student is always right, never copies but consults sources, never sleeps but reflects, and never misses class but is solicited elsewhere. The other students approve of each rule, and at the end decide they must be genius people as Einstein would be happy to teach them.
The sstPepi NikovaThe document summarizes a story about trees that have formed a secret society and become sentient. After humans begin clearing part of the forest for development, the trees hold a meeting to discuss protecting their home. A young tree argues they should reveal themselves to humans. That night, a group of trees marches into a nearby town, shouting slogans against deforestation. However, the trees' riot causes panic and the police open fire, killing many trees. The surviving trees flee back to the forest, where the elder tree chides the young tree for not listening about humans not being ready. The government covers up the incident by claiming it was mass hallucination.
Math classPepi NikovaJack is called to the blackboard by his math teacher, who sarcastically calls him an "intelligent" kid. When accused of being a jerk, Jack denies it, not remembering any incident. The teacher claims that yesterday, while explaining a problem, someone started singing "you make me dance, dance, dance," which was Jack. Jack still does not remember and asks what he was singing, to which the teacher repeats the lyrics, suggesting Jack was the singer.
LucasPepi NikovaLucas earns a living racing motorcycles but has an accident during a race that leaves him disabled. His sister Irina and best friends Ben and Stefan rush him to the hospital where he undergoes multiple surgeries to save his life. After being released, they take him to New Orleans for treatment with physiotherapist Ter, and over three months of therapy Lucas starts walking again and falls in love with Ter. They all return to London, where Lucas has more therapy and eventually becomes stable enough to work on motorcycles again, starting with training before returning to racing and becoming a champion.
In the classroomPepi NikovaThe teacher received a fake call that his house was on fire and left the classroom. The students began misbehaving and fighting broke out. Two students, Toughy and Dreamy, began kissing and the other students teased them. A larger fight then broke out between the students, resulting in injuries. The substitute teacher Miss Angel tried to stop the fighting but was also grounded along with the students.
Imaginary boyfriendPepi NikovaThis summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
Jessica has been telling her friend Kathie that she has an imaginary boyfriend to get Kathie to stop pestering her about getting into a relationship. At their high school cafeteria on the first day, Jessica is surprised when her supposed imaginary boyfriend Alex shows up. Alex greets Jessica as his beautiful girlfriend, shocking everyone and proving to Kathie that Jessica's boyfriend was real after all.
Horse monkeyPepi NikovaNina and Stiliyan were turned into a horse and monkey by an evil witch named Hristina who was jealous that Stiliyan loved Nina instead of her. Nina's sister Polina tried unsuccessfully to reverse the spell. She then took horse-Nina to confront Hristina, and after a fight, the witch gave them a magic potion. This turned horse-Nina and monkey-Stiliyan back to normal, and they lived happily ever after with Polina and their unusual pet Alex, who was half horse and half monkey.
ForgottenPepi NikovaA young tourist got lost in a forest near an old mountain village. She came upon an empty village with no people except for an old woman who lived alone in the last remaining house. The old woman took the girl in for the night and shared her beliefs that the stars in the sky are the souls of the dead who watch over the living. She spoke to the souls of deceased friends and family, much to the girl's fascination. The next morning, the girl left with new perspectives on life, death, and the interconnectness of all things, though her parents were unable to find the forgotten village to thank the old woman.
AlisonPepi Nikova1) The girls plan a secret weekend getaway to Eleanor's old ranch to get away from their parents.
2) At the ranch, Alison suggests they play a game where they each drink beer and share a secret, hoping it will bring them closer together.
3) That night, after getting drunk, Alison disappears without a trace in the morning.
4) One year later, on the day Dayana returns to town, the girls learn that Alison's body has been found. However, they later receive mysterious messages suggesting the "game is not over."
A miraclePepi NikovaThe document recounts a story from the author's childhood where they lost an important ring given to them by their grandmother while playing in the snow with their family. Despite searching, the ring could not be found. On Christmas Day, the author found the ring miraculously on the balcony, which their parents explained was a gift from Santa Claus. Years later, the author confirmed with their mother that she did not stage finding the ring. The author concludes that this childhood memory will always stay with them and that miracles can happen if you believe in them.
Current activities 9 12 2013Pepi NikovaThe document outlines current activities from September to December 2013 for a Comenius bilateral school partnership from 2012 to 2014. It includes establishing film production units for students to take roles like directors and screenwriters, exchanging screenplay ideas between schools, conducting a cinema preferences survey with results shared, both schools watching the film "Billy Elliot", and a video conference to discuss the film.