The programmes — Starter level

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1. The Mag

In the studio

In this episode of The Mag, the two presenters, Isaac and Rakhee, introduce themselves and welcome us to EiMTV (English in Mind TV). We find out about where they live, their hobbies, and their likes and dislikes.

2. It's All About Me: Part 1

Tom and his family

This It's All About Me follows a day in the life of a 14-year-old, Tom Sheward, who is a keen skateboarder. In Part 1 Tom introduces his family and prepares his lunch. Tom lives with his mum and stepdad, two half-sisters, a half-brother and his brother.

3. Life Swap: Part 1

Learning to sing and dance

This Life Swap follows Jordan Oldershaw, who plays lots of sports, and Natasha Firth, who enjoys singing and dancing, as they swap lives for the day. In this programme, Jordan attends Natasha's singing and dancing classes. Jordan doesn't really enjoy singing or dancing, but he tries hard at both these activities.

4. Life Swap: Part 2

Playing sports

In this Life Swap Natasha lives Jordan's life for the day, learning how to play his two favourite sports — football and tennis. Natasha doesn't like sport very much, but Jordan is a good coach and Natasha learns how to play tennis and score a goal.

5. It's All About Me: Part 2

Skateboarding

It's All About Me: Part 2 continues the story of Tom Sheward as he spends the day in his local skate centre with his friends. The skate centre is in a converted old church. Students may be surprised to see a church being used in this way. In the UK there are several old churches being used in unusual ways, such as cafés and bookshops.

6. The Mag

A fashion shoot

In this programme, the presenters of The Mag, Isaac and Rakhee, visit Rebecca, a fashion photography student, in a London studio. Isaac and Rakhee experience first-hand what a photo shoot is like, acting as Rebecca's models for the day. Rebecca talks about her photography and different styles of clothes for different seasons.

7. The Hub: Part 1

The drama workshop

This episode of The Hub focuses on Rachel as she arrives at The Hub for the first time. We meet the three other main characters of the series: Leon, Joe and Kelly. They welcome Rachel, but she is very nervous and lacks confidence in her own abilities. Kelly tries to persuade Rachel to stay and give a performance but by the end it seems like Rachel may leave the Hub for good.

8. The Hub: Part 2

Magic tricks

The Hub: Part 2 follows the story of Rachel as she struggles to find the confidence to perform. In Part 2, Kelly persuades Rachel to stay and take part in the performances they are preparing in the drama workshop. Rachel does a selection of magic tricks, which are well received, and we see her self-confidence grow. By the end of the programme, Rachel has decided not to leave The Hub.