Week 2, Day 5: Wasting Away - SLJ

DAY 5: Wasting Away

Activity 1: Off the Menu [4 points]

Fishing is a really common activity in New Zealand. In fact, people have
fished in New Zealand for centuries. Unfortunately, over the past few decades
some people have caught too many fish in one area and left the region without
enough fish to refill (replenish) the stocks. When this happens we call the area
‘overfished’ and it is closed to all private and commercial fishing. If people are
caught fishing in these areas, they are required to pay a fine (money). The
maximum fine for fishing in a restricted area is $100,000.

What do you think about this rule? Is it fair that people are charged up to $100,000
for overfishing?

On your blog, tell us what you think about this rule and why you think it!.

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First of all I had no idea people started doing this, and due to how much the
fishermans are having to pay, it's a huge amount ( $100,000 ). Although this is what's
happening to people who fish I really think this is an awesome rule. The reason why I
agree with this rule is because, people who are overfishing in

someone else's property should definitely get fined as a lot of people need their
privacy. After people getting fined I definitely know they will stop going back for more
fishing due to the amount of money they are considered to give. I absolutely think it's
fair to the people who live around the area, for the people to get fined who are
overfishing.

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Activity 2: The Black Drain

Approximately two-thirds of all rivers and one-half of all lakes in New

Zealand are too polluted to swim in, according to a recent article in an online
newspaper. One of the most polluted is the Tarawera River in the Bay of Plenty
region of New Zealand. Pollution enters the river from a local pulp and paper mill,
from local farms and through the local sewage system. Many other rivers in New
Zealand are also polluted with waste from businesses and farms.

Use Google to help you find two other polluted rivers in New Zealand.

On your blog, tell us:

1) The names of the rivers.
2) The location of the rivers.
3) What is being done to clean up the rivers (if anything).

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For this activity I made a little presentation that represents this task, Enjoy!

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Activity 3: Faded Glory [5 points]

The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, made up of 2900 individual
reefs. It is so big that it can actually be seen from space! The reef is located on the east
coast of Australia and many people believe that it is millions and millions of years old. For
most of its life, the reef has been a healthy, vibrant ecosystem. Over the past thirty years,
however, it has changed dramatically. Much of the beautiful bright coral has become
bleached and has lost its colour. Sections of the reef have also been damaged by tourists,
cyclones and the introduction of new, damaging invasive species.

The Australian government is working to protect and preserve the reef. Each year they
spend about $200 million dollars repairing and protecting the reef. It is a lot of money and
they could really use some help raising the money (funds) required to repair the reef.
This is where you come in!

On your blog, list three different ideas or strategies for raising funds to preserve the
Great Barrier Reef. What could you do to fundraise here in New Zealand?

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For this activity I was to share 3 different ideas of ways to fundraiser to preserve the Great Barrier Reef. Instead of doing 3 I decided to go with 5, I really hope you enjoy the different ways of how I would help people fundraise.

Task Description:

For this task I was to  figure out if the rule of over fishing is fair, to find 2 New Zealand´s polluted rivers, and I was to write a list of 3 different ways to fundraiser for the Great Barrier Reef. For more information slide up and you´ll see what todays task is about. I really hope you enjoy today´s post, stay tunned for more very soon. Enjoy and Happy New Year!  

Week 2, Day 4: Spectacular, Spectacular - SLJ

DAY 4: Spectacular, Spectacular

Activity 1: Planes, Trains and Automobiles [4 points]

Arguably, one of the most dramatic and spectacular (beautiful) places to visit in New
Zealand is Milford Sound. It has been referred to as the ‘eighth wonder of the world.’ It is a
beautiful fiord (steep valley) that was formed when big pieces of ice (glaciers) melted. The
melted glaciers created a beautiful river that is surrounded by dramatic cliffs and
snow-capped mountains. People who visit Milford Sound are able to take a boat cruise
through the middle of the fiord, walk around the area on the Milford Track or fly above the
fiord as part of a private helicopter tour.

Let’s imagine that you had the chance to visit Milford Sound by boat, foot (walking) or air
(helicopter). Which option would you prefer?

On your blog tell us which of the three options you would take to explore Milford
Sound. Be sure to tell us why you have chosen this option.

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After I was given 3 options of a way to explore Milford Sound, I decided to go with the Boat.
I´ve chosen a Boat because you get incredible views that are surrounding you and can
explore more, just looking around. I also wanted to go with the boat because it's less noisy
and you can stop, look around for quite a bit and go for another spin in the Boat. My
reason why I didn't choose the helicopter is because they make so much noise which will
distract you from enjoying your trip. Another reason is because you would have to yell
just to talk to the pilot or anyone else in the Helicopter. My reason why I didn't choose to
walk was because it will take for hours to explore the whole of Milford Sound and all your
doing is basically walking. Although your only walking you can explore more?. Overall
my final answer would definitely have to be the boat.

Activity 2: It’s All in the Name [4 points]

Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations. It is a city filled with
incredible forests, mountain biking tracks, lakes, and geothermal wonders, including hot
springs (geysers) and mud pools. One of the most famous geothermal pools is called the
Devil’s Bath at Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. It is a neon green pool of stinky water.

Over the years, people have suggested that we come up with a new name for the pool.
What do you think we should call it? Take a minute to let your creative juices flow.

On your blog, give us a list of three to five options for the name of this geothermal
pool. Put a star (*) beside the name that you like the most.

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For this task I was to come up with 3 - 5 options of names for the geothermal pool. Instead
of doing 3 or 5 I chose to do 10, Hope you enjoy!

1. Wild Green Forest.(*)

2. The Green Lushed Lake.

3. Baby Green Gem Pool.

4. Bright Kiwifruit Water pool.

5. Green Crunchy Lake.

6. The Green Liquid Slime Smoothie.(*)

7. Light Green Water Valley.

8. Juicy Green Waterworks.

9. Green Turquoise Smelly Pool.

10. The Green Vicious Lake.   

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Activity 3: Picture Perfect [10 points]

While New Zealand is home to some beautiful waterfalls, there are a number of
stunning waterfalls in places like Canada and South Africa. In Canada, the largest
waterfall is called Niagara Falls. It sits on the border between Canada and the
United States of America. Thousands of tourists flock (go) to Niagara Falls every
year to see the falls and to have their picture taken in front of this natural wonder.
Over the past few years people have started taking ‘selfies’ and posting them online.
Do you ever take selfies? 

On your blog, write a short story about what you think is happening in the
picture. Be sure to tell us where you think the people are and what you think
they were doing at the time that they stopped to pose for the selfie. To earn
full points, the story must be 8 – 10 sentences long.

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First of all I do take selfies, and I think I have a bit of an idea of why they stopped to
take a photo. I could be right but then again I could be absolutely wrong. I think
they´re celebrating a type of sports due to the amount of people surrounding the
one camera. I think the type of sport could be either Cricket, Rugby or Baseball, but
I have no idea. Out of all the sports I pointed out I think the game could be Cricket,
because a lot of them look like Cricket players. I also think everyone surrounding
the camera are huge fans of the guy in the dark blue shirt, as there are so much
people surrounding him, smiling and doing signs. I think they could be taking the
photo straight after the game as the man in the dark blue shirt looks a bit tired and
stressed. I have a feeling the photo is taken in New York, America, I have no idea
of where they might be but I´m just guessing. Overall I think they've taken this photo
in the United States Of America in New York, Just after watching they're famous
celebrity play one of the sports I pointed out before. Finally I think everyone
surrounding the man is his biggest fans due to how much people are around him.   

Task Description:

For this task I was to complete another day of this weeks Summer blogging. Today I
completed day 4. For the first activity I was to choose out of a boat, helicopter or to
walk so that I get to explore Milford Sound. For the second activity I was to come up
with 3 - 5 options of names to give the geothermal pool which is placed in Rotorua,New Zealand. For the final task I was to write a story that includes 8 - 10 sentences about what was happening in the picture I had selected. For more information feel free to check out my blog post and final post for today. Enjoy and Happy New year!

Week 2, Day 3: First You ‘Sea’ Me, Now You Don’t - SLJ

DAY 3: First You ‘Sea’ Me, Now You Don’t…

Activity 1: Night Owls [4 points]

Here in New Zealand we have many amazing and unique sea creatures, including penguins.
The blue penguin, or kororā, is particularly special because it is the smallest penguin in the
entire world! Blue penguins are typically found on the east coast of the South Island in
places like Oamaru but they can be hard to spot as they rarely leave the water. If they do
come onto land it is usually at night, when most of us are sound asleep! That’s because
they are nocturnal. Not all of us, however, sleep all night. In fact, some people love to stay
awake late into the evening. People who like to stay up late are called ‘night owls.’ Are you a
night owl or are you an early riser, like me? I typically wake up every day around 6:00 a.m.
and jump out of bed, ready to start the day!

On your blog, tell us whether you are a night owl or an early riser. Then, tell us about
the rest of your family. Are they the same as you? .

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Here is a little presentation I setted up for this activity, Enjoy it!

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Activity 2: A Local Delicacy [4 points]

Whitebait is a very special fish in New Zealand. It is rumoured (believed) to be a very
delicious fish. Some restaurants in New Zealand make dishes that feature whitebait,
including whitebait fritters. Have you ever tried whitebait fritters? They are a favourite dish
of many of my friends. I, personally, prefer foods from places like Mexico and Italy. Pizza
and nachos are two of my all-time favourite foods! In fact, I often make homemade pizza
with Aronui on Friday nights using the same ingredients (pizza base, tomato sauce,
mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, chicken, red onion, basil and feta cheese) each time.

For this activity, please choose a favourite food and find a recipe for it.

On your blog, share a list of the ingredients that you need to make this food. You must
type out the list of ingredients yourself (and not simply copy and paste it from a
website) to earn full points

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Here is my way of showing you all how I make Tacos. In this little document there is the ingredients and the directions.

Activity 3: The Midnight Zone [10 points]

 One of these creatures is called the ‘Colossal Squid.’ A colossal squid can weigh as much as 495 kilograms (kg)! Here in New Zealand, we have a full sized colossal squid on display at Te Papa Museum in Wellington. It is the only specimen of its kind in the entire world! This squid weighs approximately 500 kg. In 2018, a team at Te Papa decided to move the giant squid from one area of the museum to another. Deep in the ocean, far below the surface, lies an area called the ‘Midnight Zone.’ It is called the midnight zone because it is always dark or ‘pitch black’ in this area. Much of the deep sea has yet to be explored by humans, however, we do know a little bit about the creatures that live here.

Let’s imagine that the average adult can lift 25 kg and the average child can lift 15 kg. How
many adults and children will it take to move the giant squid into its new room at Te Papa?
[Note: There is more than one right answer to this question.]

On your blog, tell us how you will solve this maths problem. You can write your answer
in words, use a Sketchpad image or post a video explaining how you would figure it out.
Be sure to give us your final answer. ..

Task Description:

For this task I was to complete 3 awesome blog posts, and today I had completed day 3 of week 2. This was quite a challenge as all the activities were made on documents, but surprisingly I got them all done and dusted. I really hope you enjoy todays blog post, only 2 more days to go until this weeks summer blogging is completed. Enjoy and Happy New Year!