Sir David Attenborough is 100 Years Old

May 5, 2026, 19:06
AfricaCulture

Introduction

Sir David Attenborough is 100 years old this week. He made TV shows about nature for many years.

Main Body

He started his work in 1954. He made a show called Zoo Quest. Later, he made Life on Earth in 1979. Many people around the world saw this show. Now, he helps the planet. He talks to world leaders about nature. His show Blue Planet II helped people use less plastic in the UK. He uses new cameras to film animals. He explains how animals live in a simple way. He says he is just a worker for the public.

Conclusion

The BBC has special shows for his 100th birthday. He also has a new project called Secret Garden.

Learning

πŸ•’ Then vs. Now

Look at how we describe David's life. We use different words for the Past and the Present.

THE PAST (Finished actions)

  • Started β†’\rightarrow He started in 1954.
  • Made β†’\rightarrow He made Zoo Quest.

THE PRESENT (Current habits)

  • Helps β†’\rightarrow He helps the planet.
  • Talks β†’\rightarrow He talks to leaders.
  • Uses β†’\rightarrow He uses new cameras.

πŸ’‘ Pro Tip for A2: When you talk about someone's history, use the -ed ending (like started). When you talk about what they do every day, add an -s to the action word (like helps).

Vocabulary Learning

show (n.)
A program that is shown on television or radio.
Example:I watched a show about animals last night.
nature (n.)
The natural world, including plants and animals.
Example:She loves to study nature in the forest.
planet (n.)
A large body of rock or gas that orbits a star.
Example:Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
world (n.)
The Earth and all its people.
Example:Traveling the world is his dream.
leader (n.)
A person who leads or directs a group.
Example:The leader of the meeting gave an opening speech.
help (v.)
To give assistance or support.
Example:She will help you with your homework.
use (v.)
To put something into action or employ.
Example:Use a pen to write your name.
less (adj.)
Smaller in amount or number.
Example:Use less sugar in the cake.
plastic (n.)
A man-made material that is light and flexible.
Example:Plastic bottles can be recycled.
camera (n.)
A device that takes photographs or videos.
Example:He bought a new camera for his trip.
film (v.)
To record moving pictures on film or digitally.
Example:They will film the event next week.
simple (adj.)
Easy to understand or do.
Example:The recipe is simple and quick.