Today bloggers around the world are thinking about and writing about poverty.
The first video above by the band Radiohead is a powerful reminder that people’s lives are affected by many things they can’t control, including the circumstances they are born into.
For blog action day, choose one of these activities:
Post your responses on your own blogs. I look forward to reading your thoughts and ideas. There are other links on Miss Wyatt’s site. I know other student bloggers will be writing about poverty. Take time to read and respond to their ideas, too.
October 16th, 2008 at 1:11 am
I have been amazed by the very insightful posts written by the students in the blogging competition.
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October 16th, 2008 at 10:53 am
@Miss W. I agree, the student writing is really impressive. Thanks for encouraging us.
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October 17th, 2008 at 2:54 pm
I really like to see the students so engaged via technology. Nice work Jan!!!
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October 19th, 2008 at 9:44 pm
Jan, thank you. I have read some of the comments the students have made regarding poverty. Their eyes and hearts are opening.
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October 20th, 2008 at 6:36 am
@ Doug,
Thanks for dropping by; I am very impressed with the energy and maturity students are bringing to blogging.
@ Carrie,
I agree. Caring about the world and making a difference is about engaging both your heart and your mind.
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