Some grandmas are becoming famous online by using TikTok and Instagram. Grandma Droniak, who is 96 years old, gained 15 million followers by sharing her fun life at her nursing home. Her home agreed to let her have parties, but they said she cannot serve alcohol. Her videos are so popular that she earns enough money to pay for her care home fees and save for her great-grandchildren.
In Cardiff, 82-year-old Viv Truran started posting videos after the death of her husband to showcase her unique fashion style. She has over 800,000 followers and makes two videos every day from her bedroom studio. Truran is selective about brand deals, choosing local businesses and charities that mean a lot to her. Both grandmothers bring joy to their followers and show that getting older doesn't mean life stops being fun.
They inspire many younger people to embrace and enjoy life no matter the age. People love seeing their energy and positivity. This trend of older people on social media shows that age is just a number. Many are now realizing that there's no age limit to success or happiness. These famous grandmas prove it's never too late to try something new.
Original news source: 'I'm 96 and have 15 million followers': The grannies taking over TikTok – BBC News (BBC)
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📖 Vocabulary:
Group or Classroom Activities
Warm-up Activities:
1. Describe a video you last watched on TikTok or Instagram.
2. Have you ever posted a video online? What was it about?
3. Who is your favorite online personality and why?
4. How do you think social media affects older people?
5. Share something fun you did with a family member recently.
🤔 Comprehension Questions:
She is a 96-year-old woman famous on TikTok for sharing her fun life.
She has 15 million followers.
Her nursing home agreed to let her have parties, but not to serve alcohol.
She shares her unique fashion style.
She makes two videos every day.
They inspire people to enjoy life no matter their age.
It shows that age is just a number and not a barrier to success.
🎧✍️ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:
Some grandmas are becoming famous online by using and Instagram. Grandma Droniak, who is 96 years old, gained 15 million followers by sharing her fun at her nursing home. Her home to let her have parties, but they said she cannot serve alcohol. Her videos are so popular that she earns enough money to pay for her care home fees and save for her great-grandchildren. In Cardiff, 82- Viv Truran started posting videos after the death of her husband to showcase her unique style. She has over 800,000 followers and two videos every day from her bedroom . Truran is selective about brand deals, choosing local businesses and that mean a lot to her. grandmothers bring joy to their followers and show that getting older doesn't mean life stops being fun. They inspire many younger people to embrace and enjoy life no matter the age. People love their energy and positivity. This trend of people on social media shows that age is just a number. Many are now realizing that there's no age limit to or happiness. These famous grandmas prove it's never too late to try something new.
💬 Discussion Questions:
1. Why do you think some grandmas are becoming popular online?
2. How do you feel about older people using social media?
3. Should there be an age limit for online platforms?
4. What content do you enjoy watching on social media?
5. Do you think everyone should try new things in their old age? Why?
6. How does social media influence your life?
7. What are some benefits of being popular online?
8. What are some challenges older people might face online?
9. How important is it to have a hobby or activity you enjoy?
10. Do you think stories like these change perceptions about aging?
11. Can online fame help with financial problems?
12. How important is positivity and energy in everyday life?
Individual Activities
📖💭 Vocabulary Meanings:
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