by laacademia-author | Mar 31, 2016 | Latest News, Local Knowledge
One of the most sought-after football souvenirs is a pair of Lionel Messi’s boots. But the cultural connotations of shoes in some cultures are quite different from Messi’s home Argentina or from Spain, where he plays football. The world’s favourite footballer caused...
by laacademia-author | Mar 23, 2016 | Chinese classes, Languages
In his book “A Gift to My Children: A Father’s Lessons for Life and Investing” Jim Rogers, an American who has lived life with enough energy and enthusiasm for several dozen people, counsels his young daughters: “learn languages and make sure that Mandarin is...
by laacademia-author | Mar 17, 2016 | English for footballers, Summer School
Exciting news about a fantastic partnership between la Academia Young Minds and BCSSA (Bobby Charlton Soccer Schools Academy)! From this summer, the best soccer school providers and the best language school will be offering summer camps to coach youngsters from all...
by laacademia-author | Mar 4, 2016 | Language classes, Languages, Latest News
Some interesting recent research in the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology tested whether bilingualism in early childhood and adulthood affects people’s ability to process information and pay attention. Quite fun, and backs up a lot of other research we’ve...
by laacademia-author | Feb 16, 2016 | Italian classes, Language classes
Are people gearing up for the summer? Suddenly, our Italian classes seem to be on everyone’s list! We’re not complaining, and our two lovely Italian teachers are delighted. La Academia understands the attraction of learning Italian – after all, Italy has some stunning...
