Sick and tired of every subject in school? No worries, This or That will help you find the best part of each class and maybe even help you decide on your new favorite subject.
ENGLISH: This subject includes writing, grammar, reading, and vocabulary, among other things. Often this class produces a ton of homework, but it will help improve your ability to communicate properly and set a high standard for yourself.
MATH: Normally, people either adore or despise this subject: mostly it's hard, and homework can be tricky and time-consuming. Sometimes math comes naturally to a person and the work is not very hard at all, but for people who aren't good at it, it can be quite a burden. If you work at your math skills and stay on top of things, however, you might find that some exercises are fun!
FOREIGN LANGUAGES: Whether you're taking French or Chinese, we're all in the same boat. Learning a new language can be really hard unless you practice often. These classes require a lot of dictionary work and are almost always hard to excel at, but as you grow you will realize how lucky you are to know more than one language.
SCIENCE: Science is a handful. Between the homework, tests, quizzes, information, words, and gross animals that you have to dissect, it's not always the most fantastic subject; however, often this stuff is useful to know and it helps you understand what your body is doing every second of every day, even as you read this.
HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY: These two useful subjects teach you a lot of things about why we're here doing what we're doing today. They often provide useful information for many conversations with various people.
TECHNOLOGY, ART, MUSIC, AND GYM: These subjects are fun, easy, and hardly ever have homework. Often they are chosen as favorite subjects only for these reasons. They promote listening, teamwork, and other important abilities and are often the only time for your brain to relax during the school day. Although they normally don't teach you things that are considered necessary, they are undoubtedly the most easy-going subjects.
I hope This or That helped with making the most of this school year. Have a good year, and enjoy every subject that comes your way!
Friday, September 23, 2011
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Cats and Dogs and Gerbils... Oh My!
Getting a pet and not sure which one to get? This or That is here to help! Whether you need to know more about an animal, or want advice on what to do, never fear. This or That is here!
As you probably know by now, cats and dogs are the main candidates in pet buying and are often the most fun. A hard decision is which to get, and even though you might have a personal favorite, allergies, space, and time can easily get in the way. If this isn't the case, then head over to Dog Breeds, one of my favorite blogs, to see more about types of dogs, at martina-dogbreeds.blogspot.com, or feel free to do your own research about dogs or cats.
Smaller animals almost always stay in cages, and I must say, this makes me really sad. Types of these animals include hermit crabs, gerbils, rabbits, and birds. Unless you're OK with having a caged animal or are willing to let the little guy out of his metal home for a while, this might not be a good choice for you.
Huge animals, such as horses, are some of the more extreme types of pets. These animals require stables, plenty of grooming, lots of excersise, and full-time attention. If you live in the country, these animals might make a little more sense, but for city folk, these are definetely not the best idea. To find out about horse breeds, check out Horses 4-Ever at horses4ever-d-and-s.blogspot.com.
Once you choose your new pet, check out Puppy Paws for help caring for it: peppypuppy.blogspot.com.
Good luck deciding, and have a great time with your new buddy!
As you probably know by now, cats and dogs are the main candidates in pet buying and are often the most fun. A hard decision is which to get, and even though you might have a personal favorite, allergies, space, and time can easily get in the way. If this isn't the case, then head over to Dog Breeds, one of my favorite blogs, to see more about types of dogs, at martina-dogbreeds.blogspot.com, or feel free to do your own research about dogs or cats.
Smaller animals almost always stay in cages, and I must say, this makes me really sad. Types of these animals include hermit crabs, gerbils, rabbits, and birds. Unless you're OK with having a caged animal or are willing to let the little guy out of his metal home for a while, this might not be a good choice for you.
Huge animals, such as horses, are some of the more extreme types of pets. These animals require stables, plenty of grooming, lots of excersise, and full-time attention. If you live in the country, these animals might make a little more sense, but for city folk, these are definetely not the best idea. To find out about horse breeds, check out Horses 4-Ever at horses4ever-d-and-s.blogspot.com.
Once you choose your new pet, check out Puppy Paws for help caring for it: peppypuppy.blogspot.com.
Good luck deciding, and have a great time with your new buddy!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
10 Years Gone By...
In this special edition of This or That, in honor of the day's tenth anniversary, I will explain what al-Qaeda attempted to do on the sad day of 9/11, September 11, 2001.
NEW YORK CITY: At 8:46 AM, American Airlines Flight 11 was crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. The building burst into flames, and many of the city's firemen risked their lives by rushing into the burning tower. At 9:03 AM, United Airlines Flight 175 was flown into the South Tower. This building also began to burn.
These two planes, along with two others, had been hijacked by a terrorist organization called Al Qaeda, under the leadership of Osama bin Laden.
WASHINGTON, D.C.: American Airlines Flight 77 was flown into the Pentagon at 9:37 AM. The Pentagon is Washington's office building, and the building was evacuated after the plane crashed into a part of it.
THE VICINITY OF SHANKSVILLE, P.A.: At 10:03 AM, United Airlines Flight 93 was crash-landed in a field near Shanksville. The passengers on the plane found out that the plane had been hijacked, and they attempted to get control of the plane. The hijackers crashed the plane unintentionally to avoid having it taken over by the passengers. The plane's planned destination was the Capitol.
NEW YORK CITY: After burning for 56 minutes, the World Trade Center's South Tower collapsed at 9:59 AM. 630 people were killed in this tower alone. At 10:28, after burning for 102 minutes, the North Tower collapsed. As it fell, debris and fire was blown onto another office building, 7 World Trade Center. This building burned until 5:21 PM, when it collapsed.
2, 996 people were killed on September 11, including 19 hijackers, 246 on the four planes, 2,606 in New York City, including 341 firefighters, 2 paramedics, 50 police officers, and 8 emergency medical technicians, and 125 people in the Pentagon.
This tragic day has changed the world in many ways, and yet brought us together through loss and tragedy.
NEW YORK CITY: At 8:46 AM, American Airlines Flight 11 was crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. The building burst into flames, and many of the city's firemen risked their lives by rushing into the burning tower. At 9:03 AM, United Airlines Flight 175 was flown into the South Tower. This building also began to burn.
These two planes, along with two others, had been hijacked by a terrorist organization called Al Qaeda, under the leadership of Osama bin Laden.
WASHINGTON, D.C.: American Airlines Flight 77 was flown into the Pentagon at 9:37 AM. The Pentagon is Washington's office building, and the building was evacuated after the plane crashed into a part of it.
THE VICINITY OF SHANKSVILLE, P.A.: At 10:03 AM, United Airlines Flight 93 was crash-landed in a field near Shanksville. The passengers on the plane found out that the plane had been hijacked, and they attempted to get control of the plane. The hijackers crashed the plane unintentionally to avoid having it taken over by the passengers. The plane's planned destination was the Capitol.
NEW YORK CITY: After burning for 56 minutes, the World Trade Center's South Tower collapsed at 9:59 AM. 630 people were killed in this tower alone. At 10:28, after burning for 102 minutes, the North Tower collapsed. As it fell, debris and fire was blown onto another office building, 7 World Trade Center. This building burned until 5:21 PM, when it collapsed.
2, 996 people were killed on September 11, including 19 hijackers, 246 on the four planes, 2,606 in New York City, including 341 firefighters, 2 paramedics, 50 police officers, and 8 emergency medical technicians, and 125 people in the Pentagon.
This tragic day has changed the world in many ways, and yet brought us together through loss and tragedy.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Shoe Shopping...Uh-Oh!
Time to go shopping and not sure what shoes to get? No worries, This or That is here to help!
First off, think about the standards your new pair needs to make. Does it need to be close-toed and able to withstand snow? Or does it need to be stylish and high-heeled?
Once you have your standards in mind, take a look at the following checklist:
FLATS: These strapless, loose shoes are very stylish but will not work under rain or snow. They are not adequate for running or playing any sports but are easy to slip on and off.
BOOTS:
SNEAKERS: Sneakers are obviously great for running and sports, and that is their main use. Often sneakers are offered in an array of colors and styles, so it's a great opportunity to get creative. However, many schools only allow students to wear sneakers on gym days, so as an every-day shoe, a sneaker might not be the best idea. Also, some types of sneakers can't withstand extreme weather.
STRAPPED SHOES: This handy-dandy pair is sure to make you happy. Although they can get wet and you do have to re-polish them once in a while, these shoes are perfect for school uniforms and are OK for running and sports, although not as great as sneakers.
Whether you were looking for style or coziness, I hope This or That helped with your shoe decisions, no matter what your needs, and got you on the right track for a year of fun, style, and healthy feet.
First off, think about the standards your new pair needs to make. Does it need to be close-toed and able to withstand snow? Or does it need to be stylish and high-heeled?
Once you have your standards in mind, take a look at the following checklist:
FLATS: These strapless, loose shoes are very stylish but will not work under rain or snow. They are not adequate for running or playing any sports but are easy to slip on and off.
BOOTS:
- For Style:
- For Durability:
SNEAKERS: Sneakers are obviously great for running and sports, and that is their main use. Often sneakers are offered in an array of colors and styles, so it's a great opportunity to get creative. However, many schools only allow students to wear sneakers on gym days, so as an every-day shoe, a sneaker might not be the best idea. Also, some types of sneakers can't withstand extreme weather.
STRAPPED SHOES: This handy-dandy pair is sure to make you happy. Although they can get wet and you do have to re-polish them once in a while, these shoes are perfect for school uniforms and are OK for running and sports, although not as great as sneakers.
Whether you were looking for style or coziness, I hope This or That helped with your shoe decisions, no matter what your needs, and got you on the right track for a year of fun, style, and healthy feet.
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