Summer Learning Journey - Day #14 : Perms and Lycra

Hey bloggers! Today is Day #14 of the Summer Learning Journey. I had really fun today going to the pools! Anyways, Let's Begin!

Activity 1 : Hairy Maclary

Hairy Maclary.
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One of the most famous children’s stories to ever come out of New Zealand, Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy, was written by a kiwi woman named Lynley Dodd. The book was originally published in 1983. It is now sold in dozens of countries around the world. It features a small dog named Hairy.

I have been asked to carry on a story about Hairy Maclary using 8 - 10 sentences written by me to earn full points.

Here it is :

“Out of the gate and off for a walk went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy…”

galloping on the concrete made sidewalk with his paws surrounded with fury fluffy dog hair, bushy leaves blowing with the cool breezy wind with the golden summery sun shining on him making a dark as night. "sniff sniff" goes his nose smelling something delicious! He gallops closer to the smell as the aroma starts to get stronger. He finally gets to his destination showing up to a white picket gate. He get's confused as he doesn't see any food. But he then walks over further to the other side of the gate and can see a metal BBQ exposing the food, but he sees no-one. He then sees a small hole in the corner, climbs through, runs to the BBQ so he doesn't get caught, jumps up and bites into a big juicy piece of steak. He's so happy, he gallops back to the dairy as he eats and chews his steak. Walks into the dairy and gets a good rest.

That was my story!

Activity 2 : The Big ' OE '

Me arriving in Hawaii!

In the 1980s it became increasingly common for students to graduate from high school and take a year off to travel and experience the world. This year was often referred to as the ‘Big OE’ or ‘Big Overseas Experience.’ A number of kiwis headed to places like Australia and England to live and work before returning to New Zealand to finish their studies.

I have been asked to imagine I was high school student in the 1980's and i'm about to graduate. I also have to tell you on my blog which country I would choose to visit and list 3 reasons I would travel there.

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I have chosen to travel the island state of the United States " Hawaii ". I have previously been to Hawaii and have posted my travels on my blog you can check out here :

http://pesmitchellm.blogspot.co.nz/search?q=hawaii\


3 reasons why I would visit Hawaii :

• Culture : I love the Hawaiian Culture and how they have such an amazing language, lovely people, beautiful islands and creative and unique dances such as Hula.
• Nature : I also am in love with the beautiful islands of Hawaii. I loved swimming with green turtles in a lagoon, sitting under a coconut tree and more!
• Food : I love Hawaiian Food especially my favourite Musubi's a Japanese - Hawaiian mixed snack which I love! Also I love their tropical smoothies.

Bonus Activity : The 4 O'clock News

Lorde
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In 1982, Te Karere, a Māori-language news show premiered on television. It has continued to stream live on TV to this day. If you would like to watch it, turn on TV One at 3:55 p.m. each weekday and you will see it. The show is often hosted by a man named Scotty Morrison.

I have been asked to imagine if I were Scotty Morrison and choose someone I would like to interview . Who would I choose and why?

I would choose to interview Lorde the worldwide pop singer. I choose her because she is a singer and I would ask her questions such as : Why did you start your music carrer, and why choose music?

Thanks for reading!
By Mitchell.M
11/01/17

Summer Learning Journey - Day #6: The Early Years

Hey bloggers! Today I am doing Day #6 because yesterday I was really busy with Christmas celebrations! Oh, Merry Christmas! Anyways Let's Start!

Activity 1 : St Joseph's Cathedral

St Andrew's Cathedral, Honolulu
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Many of the new British settlers wanted to build homes and community meeting places, such as churches. One of the largest buildings to be constructed during this period was St Joseph’s Cathedral in Dunedin.

I have been asked to search for another Cathedral and tell you on my blog what's the name, where is it located, when it was built and how long it took it to be built.

Here is one Cathedral I found named : St Andrew's Cathedral!

Name : St Andrew's Cathedral
Location : Honolulu, Hawaii - USA
It was built and opened in : 1876
It took around 1/2 years to build.

Activity 2 : The Right to Vote

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Did you know? in 1893, only men were legally allowed to vote. This all changed in the late 1800s when a woman named Kate Sheppard lead a movement in New Zealand calling for a change in law. Her hard work finally paid off when the Electoral Act was passed into law on 19 September 1893, giving women the right to vote. New Zealand was the first country to give all women the right to vote.

I have been asked to tell my blog what I think about women having the right to vote in 2015 for Saudi Arabians. Well I personally think that this is a matter of fact of strict laws. I've seen on the news and television Middle Eastern countries are very strict with laws.

I do think this would be normal but I wouldn't agree on not giving women rights to vote because they are human beings just like us!

Bonus Activity : In Flanders Fields

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The World War 1 claimed the lives of thousands of men and women from countries around the world. Every year, we remember these brave men and women on ANZAC Day (25 April). Many people go to a special Anzac Day ceremony where they read a special poem that was written for the fallen soldiers. The poem is called ‘In Flanders Fields’ by John McCrae.

I have been asked to read this poem and post on my blog my thoughts about this poem.

Yes, I do like this poem. It's really an explanation about how these soilders passed away and how they fought for New Zealand. It does make me feel a little bit sad, but kind of happy it's now over. We are very blessed to be livivng in a independent country.

Thank you for reading today's blog post!

Thanks for reading!
By Mitchell.M
26/12/17

P.S - I hope you had a lovely Christmas!