Shadowing the newsreader
Listen to the newsreader read out each line and then practise saying it. Record your own voice line by line and submit your voiceover.
Barbados is now a new republic.
The Caribbean island became a country in 1966.
But the Queen of England was its head of state.
Barbados's first president is Dame Sandra Mason.
She's hopeful about the future.
Prince Charles spoke about the country's journey and its hard work.
All the politicians made a new promise.
They will work for and help the republic.
The country's prime minister is Mia Amor Mottley.
She wants everyone to work together.
1st December is now Independence Day in Barbados.
Barbadian singer Rihanna got a special prize.
She's now the country's National Hero.
Rihanna is a good example for young Barbadians.
They can be successful too.
