The Blog of Blue

The Year is Yet to End -- 05-17-12

2012-05-17T16:30:04-05:00

In seventh grade, I have learned a ton. I have worked hard on the world history fair, writing poems in language arts, and new things in exploritories. . Most of the poems were fun to make and were extremely easy to write. Also, the world history fair was stressful and annoying to work on, but I feel I did well there. For international towne, it was just not fun. It wastes a lot of time in enrichment and was not a worthwhile field trip. If anything, there should be more time on breaks. As of exploratories, I have learned in 3D art how to make plaster sculptures just like the one I am currently working on. I also went up on stage in drama to perform a skit. Overall, seventh grade was harder than sixth grade, but still sort of easy.

Next year, I am looking for the exploritories I wanted and for the final year of middle school. Though, I do think that next year won’t be as well as this year. Being in eighth grade will be a pain with more homework, but less of a pain with projects. To next year’s seventh graders, I advise to turn your work in on time and to not procrastinate on the huge projects.

Field Trip Fine -- 05-10-12

2012-05-10T15:47:18-05:00

At international towne, it wasn’t the best field trip. The breaks were too short and the areas were too small. However, I did learn that a lot of math is involved with businesses and financing. As a finance manager of Finland, I needed to keep track of expenses. Though when some of my country’s citizens were on breaks, I had to keep track and sell souvenirs. I did like selling the souvenirs as well as paying expenses. The most ridiculous thing on the field trip was when we had to get six cultural activities done. I only got four of them done out of the total thirty minutes of the two breaks. However, the actual experience was better than being in a classroom.

Colosseum of Rome -- 05-10-12

2012-05-10T15:36:51-05:00

World history influences everyone’s lives because of the development it results. Architectural history influences engineers as well as artists. How is the Colosseum unique? That was my guiding question in which is unique by its grandness. Also, it has 80 entrances and was one of Rome’s best populated amphitheaters. The Colosseum was a Roman’s favorite place to go. Now, it is still mostly standing after an earthquake in A.D. 847! Still it is a well-known structure.
` From some of the projects, I have learned much. I have learned a bit about some Roman armies in which is designed differently than a Greek phalanx. I learned that the Aqueduct was one of Rome’s creative ways to bring water to the city. Also, I learned about how some people put time and effort into their projects. Overall, the projects were all done well with interesting facts.

Blake's Vocab to Share -- 05-10-12

2012-05-10T14:41:19-05:00

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Seedfolks in Spring -- 05-02-12

2012-05-02T19:38:46-05:00

About Seedfolks, I personally do not like the form or style of the book. The book would’ve been better if there were more chapters on each character. Also, the book was only 86 pages and could’ve been read in an hour or two. I thought it was about people of one city that do not know each other come and each individually plant their own food in a garden and eventually get to know each other. Mostly, the book's moral or big idea was to get people of different nationalities that live in the same city together and to know each other. My favorite character was Royce because he has changed everyone’s opinion on him after helping the garden out. Before, people were somewhat afraid of him. For the activities, all of them were enjoyable and were all very different. My favorite activity was in technology when we made a quilt of pictures (from the internet) that have relation to the book.

The Amphitheater of Rome! -- 04-22-12

2012-04-22T11:03:00-05:00

For my humanities project, I am researching the Colosseum. About the Colosseum, I am looking up things that make the building unique. A few facts about the amphitheater are that it is not in a circle, but in an oval and it can seat up to 50,000 people! Also, for my 3-D display, I am planning on making my interpretation of a velarium. A velarium is an awning that was used as shade in the Colosseum. It was held by masts and constructed by over 1,000 men. During this next week, I will need to work on and finish the museum display and the trifold for my project.

Delightfulness of Blue -- 04-12-12

2012-04-12T16:39:50-05:00

Delightfulness of Blue

By: Blake

Blue,

Blue is the sight of dazzling stars.

Also, blue is the taste of cotton candy at a carnival, far away.

The feelings of blue are the dreams in our heads.

The sounds of blue are the swishing of water.

Blue is the smell of fresh berries, off the vine.

Blue is the color of sparkling diamonds, deep in the ground.

Blue sounds like fireworks, exploding in the dark night sky.

How blue tastes, is like cool refreshing water.

How blue feels, is as cold and slimy as ice.

And blue is the color of the sky, day and night.

Finally, blue seems as a color worth keeping.

Blue.

Dissections of Wings! -- 04-05-12

2012-04-05T16:04:26-05:00

For me dissecting the wing was a nightmare. Learning about the human body and blood makes me feel sick and awkward. The reason why we dissected the chicken wings was because we were looking at muscles, tendons, and all of that gross stuff. The best part of the dissection was the way that if you pulled a certain muscle, the whole wing would move. To me, this experience was maybe worthwhile because of how interesting it was. However, I still felt sick during this. Also, I probably didn’t learn much except for what the things look like and how the wing moves. Finally, I heard that we will also be dissecting a frog this quarter. I do not exactly know when we will be dissecting the frogs, but it could be in late April or early May.

Strawberry, Strawberry -- 03-24-12

2012-03-24T23:53:23-05:00

Strawberry,

Strawberry

Strawberry, strawberry

Red and neat

Full of flavor

Wonderful to eat

Tons of juice,

In a batch

Strawberry, strawberry

We are a match!

Strawberry, strawberry

Green and red

Not tart at all

But sweet instead

Organic and fresh,

Made on a vine

Strawberry, strawberry

Is just that fine!

Strawberry, strawberry

Savors your quench

When drippy and wet

With lots of drench

From the berry

To the stem

Strawberry, strawberry

Gotta love them!

Racism Then and Now -- 03-15-12

2012-03-15T16:56:23-05:00

As I watched the Ernest Green movie it seemed… cruel and rude. The nine of them were treated as non-human; they were treated with a lot of disrespect. People treated the Little Rock Nine as if they were not welcome or not able to be at that school, even though it wasn't the people's decisions. Also, some people treated them nicely which made them feel a bit better. Those people gave a warm welcome and didn't mess around with them. Also, if I was Ernest, I would probably leave the school. I wouldn’t have the courage to stay at the school if I was being treated like that. Also, nowadays people are still racist, but not as bad as back then. Most of the racism now is mainly jokes and stereotypes.

OH! Humor! -- 03-01-12

2012-03-01T17:36:03-05:00

“A humorist is a person who feels bad, but who feels good about it.”
by: Don Herold

Guilt

As I stand on stage,
I think of jokes.
Sick humor that people like.
It feels right to give the crowd what they want.
However,
These jokes seem cruel,
Also unreasonable,
Yet as I walk on stage,
Guilt crosses my mind.

An Overlook of Cells -- 02-23-12

2012-02-23T16:24:09-05:00

In science, we have been studying cells. Also, we have learned the parts of a bacteria cell, plant cell, and an animal cell. We used microscopes to look at certain things and their cells. While looking through the microscopes, we had to draw what we saw. Also, looking at protists through the microscopes was probably the best part of the unit! The worst part of the unit was taking notes. Anyway, the test should be somewhat simple.

The Box -- 02-16-12

2012-02-16T16:42:31-05:00

The Box

By: Blake Storry

In the big yellow box without any interior protection

Around the curved corner

Atop the blue-stained shelf under the glow-in-the-dark ceiling

Near the big brown ball inside the long hall

Over the past six years except last month until this very day

Beyond the river despite the mosquitoes

With a strawberry

Upon a time since the year 2003.

Books x2 -- 02-09-12

2012-02-09T16:31:01-05:00

The books I have been reading lately are The Heroes of Olympus. I just finished the first book in the series and it is called The Lost Hero. I’ve already read the book, but I wanted to read it again. The main character’s name is Jason. Now, I am reading the second book in the series called: The Son of Neptune. The main character in this book is named Percy. Both of the books I have read before and have reference to Roman and Greek mythology. In fact, that is mostly what it is about!

Super Bowl XLVI -- 02-02-12

2012-02-02T16:27:35-05:00

Who should win the Super bowl? Will it be the New England Patriots or the New York Giants? I personally want the Patriots to win because I do not like the Giants. The Giants are just in my opinion a not-so-good team. Apparently, I am wrong of thinking they are a horrible team because they were in Super bowl XLII. Also, they are in the Super bowl now. However, I still would like to see the Patriots win on Sunday. Who knows?

Poetic Uses -- 01-26-12

2012-01-26T16:25:50-05:00

Most poets probably get the effects for their pieces of work by planning and thinking. Also, some of the “tools” they use can be rhyme or maybe even personification. Some poets may even include both. However, rhyme can be more common in poetry than personification. Another, “tool” for poetic effects can be rhythm. Rhythm is just as common as rhyme and personification. An example of personification can be: The rat got up and walked out of the house. Other somewhat minor “tools” can be similes and metaphors or even onomatopoeias. An onomatopoeia is a word that means what its sound is. An example can be: Bang! Als, by somewhat, I mean they just aren’t used as much as other poetic “tools” can be. Anyway, there are other better “tools” to use, but these are maybe the less complex ones.

Quoty... Quotes -- 01-19-12

2012-01-19T15:30:00-05:00

Albert Einstein’s quote: “Thee important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” can be interpreted as ask all the questions that can suit your curiosity, in my opinion. Someone can apply it to their life by being more interogative and more wondering. In some ways, this quote can give off positive changes in attitude. For example, someone can ask another person what is wrong. Also, that other person maybe glad to talk problems out. Also, this can make an impact on the world byhaving more questions leading to life and health. Finally, it applies to me because sometimes I ask questions because I am curios. A person without curiosity, isn't much of a person.

New Goals -- 01-12-12

2012-01-12T16:24:35-05:00

This year, I plan on trying to be less nervous when sharing reports or projects up in the front or just in general. Most of the time I perform or present something, I am shy and nervous. Also, I have drama this quarter and I hope this can help resolve the problem. Another thing is that I want to try out for basketball. Again, this could resolve my problem. Anyway, I hope to fix this issue and socialize more.

Finished Poetry Wiki -- 12-17-11

2011-12-17T10:45:32-05:00

I think the project went well. In groups, it was easier than it would be by yourself. My group could’ve commented more about the poem we were going to use. Though, the video ended up well, we all had our parts included in the video. Next year, the students should be able to either choose their poet that is well-suited to their grade level (no Dr. Seuss).

Greece and Corinth -- 12-10-11

2011-12-10T09:08:28-05:00

Greek mythology is interesting to me, so I know some of that information on their culture. I know all the gods’ names (it might take a long time to list them). Also, I know that there were city-states, since we learned them in class. Finally, I know a few parts of the Greek alphabet. I learned the Greek alphabet in class as well.

In humanities we were divided into groups of five or four (my group was the only four-member group in our class). We have to dress nearly the same and create chants and secret handshakes. Also, we have activities to gain points. For my city-state, Corinth, we are trying to do better than Sparta and Athens. In the “Fates”, a game of chance for this simulation, you can gain points or lose points. Anyway, this is what we are doing in humanities.

Sock Monkey Delight! -- 12-01-11

2011-12-01T16:28:35-05:00

Since it is during the holidays, my family set up our Christmas tree. My mom wanted to do a sock monkey tree along with that, so we have two trees. We have a normal tree and a four and a half foot tall tree. The smaller one is decorated with sock monkeys. It is an interesting tree. Sort of. Also, there are red and white ball ornaments on the tree. Anyway, my family has a weird tree.

Being Thankful -- 11-17-11

2011-11-17T16:24:17-05:00

I am thankful for my parents, my dog, and my friends. Reasons why I am thankful are because my parents gave me a life and a place to live. As for my dog, Daphne, she is an awesome pet to have. Daphne is fun and exciting. Also, my friends show respect to me and are great friends to have.

Mystery Madness -- 11-10-11

2011-11-10T16:59:21-05:00

The best mystery series I have ever read was the Hardy Boys. The books are interesting to me and the author creates wonderful stories to read. Stories like the Hardy Boys are very repetitive by the brothers not dying, but other than that the books are well.
A great example of a beginning to a mystery story is:
As the thief sneaks into the museum, the alarm goes off! Stealthily the robber grabs his prize, a twenty-four karat gold ring, and dashes out the now broken window. As the cops look for the thief, the thief is long gone and was never to be found.

Via Blogging -- 11-03-11

2011-11-03T16:46:18-05:00

Blogging is an interesting way of writing. It is more efficient and exciting. I have had small problems like not including some important statements. Other than that, I think I did well blogging. Using pencils irritates your hands, so I think it is a better thing blogging than hand-writing everything. Also, blogging gives people the option to comment via computer. Commenting is easier via computer than in real life because some people may get nervous. Some ideas for other blogging topics could be about sports or news for the area or country.

Potatoes at School? -- 10-19-11

2011-10-19T16:42:39-05:00

The United States Senate voted to block a proposal that would have banned many vegetables. There would be no French fries and no tater tots. I agree upon blocking the proposal because potatoes are one of the most commonly eaten vegetables. Many other vegetables are not as favored. Potatoes are still a vegetable which many children (and adults) eat.
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Favorite Books -- 10-11-11

2011-10-11T16:44:15-05:00

I enjoy reading many books. However, the most recent book I have read was The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan. This book was released on Tuesday October fourth. It is a sequel book to The Lost Hero. Both of these books are about either Greek or Roman mythology. I have gotten this book because Greek mythology is an interesting topic, in my opinion. If you like Greek or Roman mythology, I suggest you read these books.

Broncos? -- 10-04-11

2011-10-04T16:36:22-05:00

Personally, I don’t like the Denver Broncos. I am from Arizona. That is why I like the Arizona Cardinals. Anyway, I cannot represent the Broncos. Although, I do like the Packers, Vikings, and the Ravens as secondary teams. The teams I consider of unfavorable are the Steelers, Buccaneers, and the Colts. At least these are my opinions.

Unban Books -- 09-28-11

2011-09-28T16:43:18-05:00

I do not agree with banning books because if kids wanted to read, they would want to choose the books. Freedom of Speech falls into this because to stop banning books you need to make a stand. Obviously, the amendments cannot be changed easily. Not every book can be banned! You can’t ban a book by its cover or a recommendation. I enjoy reading The "Kingdom Keepers", which is sort of about Disney. I would be disappointed if that series gets banned.

Foxrun -- 09-28-11

2011-09-28T16:31:57-05:00

Fox run was an amazing field trip! My favorite part of the field trip was the play time. However, my favorite activity was the “Magic Stones” team-building activity. Surprisingly, I made it over to safety since I had one attempt throughout the activity. That attempt was right before we won. In my perspective, it wasn’t much of a team-building activity. Finally, I learned a lot about camouflage and supply and demand. The activities made it more fun to learn.

Math Corrections -- 09-22-11

2011-09-22T16:39:24-05:00

In both videos, there were equations that didn’t make sense. In the baking video, the impossible problem was that seven times thirteen equals twenty-eight. Also, in the other video, the equation was five times fourteen equals twenty-five. Neither of these two mathematical problems are true! Their sense in these solutions does not and cannot be correct! On a math test they would get F’s because that is not the way how to multiply, add and divide.Also, the equation three times blank equals fifteen would work. I solved this mentally by uswing my head and the equation could work.

Scary Moment -- 09-15-11

2011-09-15T22:43:47-05:00

One day, I was at my aunt's and uncle's house for New Year's. All of us(about 13 people) went to the park nearby. My aunt and uncle brought their expensive camera and left it on one of the picnic tables while we all played. This mysterious stranger enters the park and goes right to the picnic table. The man snatched the camera and ran. We never got the camera back! What a scary moment that happened on that day!

Rachel's Challenge Overview -- 09-08-11

2011-09-08T17:18:32-05:00

I think the Rachel's Challenge assembly was overwhelming. Seeing classmates crying after the assembly made it sadder. No family should go through what Rachel's family went through. Rachel's death effected many lives in ways of caring. It was a sad story to hear about last year and this year.People should think a million times before harming innocent people like Rachel. Also, it will affect me because of the help I need to give to others.

7 Random Facts -- 08-30-11

2011-08-30T15:26:40-05:00

�cents I have a dog.
�cents I have three brothers and no sisters.
�cents My favorite color is blue.
�cents I lived in Arizona for eleven years.
�cents I am good at math.
�cents I enjoy eating strawberries.
�cents My favorite football team is the Arizona Cardinals.