Ms. Bellone\’s Learning Blog

There is no conversation more boring than the one where everyone agrees.

-Michel de Montaigne

Today we shared memories about times we persuaded someone to do something. Interview a family member or friend tonight and ask them to share a time when they persuaded someone to do something or a time they were persuaded. Share their story on our blog! ** Remember you are sharing someone else’s story of persuasion, not your own!

One time I persuaded my brother to eat a sock! - Fourth Grader

One time I persuaded my brother to pour his dinner on his head!

-Fourth Grader

Today is a day to celebrate! We have learned so much this year and will continue to learn much more as the school year continues. Think about what you have enjoyed learning this year and what you still want to learn. What part of your learning are you most proud of this year? What have you enjoyed learning this year? What would you like to improve on or challenge yourself with for the rest of the school year? Discuss these questions with your parents and write a response.

Today we had our first field trip of the year! We traveled on a barge down the Chao Phraya River. Share your thoughts about the trip with your classmates. Tell what activity you enjoyed most and what you learned! You can also respond to what your classmates say by telling if you agree or disagree with them and explain why.

Our class was buzzing with excitement this morning as we waited for the newest member of our class to arrive. We all know what the first day at a new school is like so we would like to take the time to welcome Josh and introduce him to our class.

First, introduce yourself to Josh and tell a little about yourself. Remember to only give your first name and nothing too personal.

Then choose one or more of the following things to comment on:

1. Tell about your first days at a new school and suggestions you have

2. Tell about some things that make our classroom special or things you really like about our class!

I will be giving Caught Being Goods to thoughtful comments so take your time to comment and even respond to what someone else has said!

Email me with any questions: maryb@isb.ac.th

If there is to be peace in the world, there must be peace in the nations .

If there is to be peace in the nations, there must be peace in the cities.

If there is to be peace in the cities, there must be peace between neighbors.

If there is to be peace between neighbors, there must be peace in the home.

If there is to be peace in the home, there must be peace in the heart.

-Chinese Philosopher-Lao-Tse 6th Century BCE

Jeremy Gilley had a vision and a dream to have peace recognized and valued by everyone throughout our great planet. This vision was realized through his efforts and backed by a United Nations Resolution in 2001. Gilley wanted to create a day for everyone in our homes, schools, and communities around the world to stop fighting. You can read more about what you can do to help world peace by clicking the links below.

Peace Kids

Peace One Day

Take some time to think about peace day and comment on one or more of the questions below.

1. Reread the poem at the top of the page. What are your thoughts about the poem?

2. We read a book in class called My Wish For Tomorrow. What is your wish for tomorrow?

3. What can you do to make a difference?

4. Why is peace so important?

Read the blog rules. Respond to the question below.

1. Which rule do you think is most important and why?

Hello and welcome to our class blog. Our blog will be a place where we can discover learning together. You will have opportunities to post your own comments and respond to your classmates comments at school and at home with your parents! I’m so excited to start blogging and I hope you are, too!