Thursday, May 29, 2014

Debug-it Reflection

Debug-it 1: http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22924059/

Debug-it 2:  http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22924246/

Debug-it 3: http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22924369/

Debug-it 4: http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22924471/

Debug-it 5: http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22924744/


I used the debugging strategy of trial and error in in order to fix the scripts.  To fix the script, I would experiment with different blocks in order to achieve the desired outcome.  To help someone else learn how to debug the project,  I would tell them to try the 10 Block challenge first so they could become familiar with the blocks and how they work.  

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Ten Block Challenge

http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22868243/

This activity helped me learn scratch because it allowed me to understand the impact of one block on the other ten blocks.  The ten block restraint did not hold back my ideas but instead allowed me to use each block more carefully and examine what the blocks would do to the Sprite.  I enjoyed this challenge because it allowed me to become more comfortable using Scratch and careful about what blocks I use and why.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Scratch Reflection

The most surprising thing about the Scratch activity was the amount of steps that had to be put on the board in order for the character to move.  I was also surprised by the amount of characters and sounds that the program contained.

I liked to go through the step by step activity because it allowed me to become more comfortable with Scratch and understand it more. 

As a learner, I like having structure in the beginning of a new lesson or activity because it lets me understand it easier.  I like having more freedom after I have learned the fundamentals of the lesson and feel like I have enough knowledge and experience to go off on my own.

I feel the most creative when I am experimenting new things on my own and am not following a tutorial or structured lesson.

http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/22810816/


Thursday, May 22, 2014

Website

A Description of Breathing Rain

About Breathing Rain

Inspirational Rain. The purpose of this website is to share photos of rain around the Globe and explore the beauty of nature. Rain is often a symbol of purity and a new beginning. These photos are here to inspire you and show the adventure that nature holds! Breathing Rain focuses on finding the beauty in every day and appreciating life. Each day, try to think of things that you are thankful for instead of things that you don't have.
A Short Description of the Owner of Breathing Rain

About Me

Hi!My name is Carolyn and I am a fifteen year old girl who attends Reading Memorial High School in Reading, Massachusetts.

My Background

I am in my sophomore year of High School and enjoy spending time outdoors in nature. I created this website mainly to show the beauty and adventure that life holds when you look up from your mobile device. I want to share pictures that are inspiring to others.

Who I am

I live in Massachusetts and love traveling to different places. I have gone on mission trips to Trinidad and Tobago, New Orleans, and this August, I will be going to Guatemala. Below is a picture of the Trinidadian Mountains.p> HOVER YOUR MOUSE HERE. The purpose of this website is to inspire new beginnings because that is what rain symbolizes. Rain can be percieved as depressing, but it actually allows growth and renewal and lets the beauty of the earth continue. <img src="http://www.moyleparkcollege.ie/Geography/geo/theweather/images/mountainrain.jpg" <BR> <p><Rain allows new beginnings. Isn't that what we all ultimately strive toward? A second chance, a new day, a fresh start...> <img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVkx0jrA6VQhvTtR8QKgrWNGM1AyR1wVemi8sVTLKK_WfZmdj8wuQCDP1gCclX4mLm_FkjMwWjJrlsKdAUWDwLGXqeYFfYDKyRf8YoIQ7ukpgLIfbJI0zVqB5mGvbdioGnOkdIHAsBR8i/s1600/rain.jpg"> <HTML> <head> <color><turquoise> <title>Breathing Rain

  • Rain in Asia
  • Rain in South America
  • Rain in Europe
  • Rain in North America

Breathing Rain Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!

  • Rain in Asia

  • Rain in South America

  • Rain in North America HOVER YOUR MOUSE HERE.

    Rain or shine, have a great day!

Thursday, May 15, 2014

A Description of Breathing Rain

About Breathing Rain

Inspirational Rain. The purpose of this website is to share photos of rain around the Globe and explore the beauty of nature. Rain is often a symbol of purity and a new beginning. These photos are here to inspire you and show the adventure that nature holds! p>
Breathing Rain focuses on finding the beauty in every day and appreciating life. Each day, try to think of things that you are thankful for instead of things that you don't have.
A Short Description of the Owner of Breathing Rain

About Me

=Hi! My name is Carolyn and I am a fifteen year old girl who attends Reading Memorial High School.

My Background

I am in my sophomore year of High School and enjoy spending time outdoors in nature. I created this website mainly to show the beauty and adventure that life holds when you look up from your mobile device. I want to share pictures that are inspiring to others.

Who I am

I live in Massachusetts and love traveling to different places. I have gone on mission trips to Trinidad and Tobago, New Orleans, and this August, I will be going to Guatemala.p> Carolyn Lovvoll
Reading Memorial High School
<p><One of the most beautiful aspects of nature is the rain. The rain washes away all old impurities and allows growth and renewal.> <BR> <p><Rain allows new beginnings. Isn't that what we all ultimately strive toward? A second chance, a new day, a fresh start...> <HTML> <head> <color><turquoise> <title>Breathing Rain Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!

  • Rain in Asia
  • Rain in South America
  • Rain in Europe
  • Rain in North America
My Favorite Website My Favorite Website Breathing Rain

Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!


  • Rain in Asia

    src=”http://paulmirocha.com/tumamoc/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/monsoon_downtown.jpg”>

  • Rain in South America

  • Rain in Europe

  • Rain in North America

My Favorite Website My Favorite Website

Wednesday, May 14, 2014


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<h1>About Breathing Rain</h1>
<p>The purpose of this website is to share photos of rain around the Globe and explore the beauty of nature.  Rain is often a symbol of purity and a new beginning.  These photos are here to inspire you and show the adventure that nature holds!
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<h3>Who I am </h3>
<p>I live in Massachusetts and love travelling to different places.  I have gone on mission trips to Trinidad and Tobago, New Orleans, and this August, I will be going to Guatemala.p>

Carolyn Lovvoll<br>
Reading Memorial High School<br>

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<p> <one of the most beautiful aspects of nature is the rain. The rain washes away the impurities of the Earth and allows growth and rejuvenation.> <br> <b><rain allows new beginnings. Isn't that what we all ultimately strive for? A second chance, a fresh start, a new beginning, a new day full of oppurtunity and excitement.> <html> <head> <color><turquoise> <title>Breathing Rain Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!

  • Rain in Asia
  • Rain in South America
  • Rain in Europe
  • Rain in North America
My Favorite Website My Favorite Website
Breathing Rain Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!

  • Rain in Asia
    src=”http://paulmirocha.com/tumamoc/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/monsoon_downtown.jpg”>
  • Rain in South America
  • Rain in Europe
  • Rain in North America
My Favorite Website My Favorite Website

Thursday, May 8, 2014

HTML 5

Breathing Rain

Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!


  • Rain in Asia

    src=”http://paulmirocha.com/tumamoc/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/monsoon_downtown.jpg”>

  • Rain in South America

  • Rain in Europe

  • Rain in North America

My Favorite Website My Favorite Website

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

HTML 4

Breathing Rain

Breathing Rain is a website based off of nature and the beauty of simplicity. In our world of business, there is often not enough time to truly think and appreciate the world we live in. Whether it’s work, school, relationships, or our mobile devices, it is difficult to detach from being “plugged in” to society. This website is meant to be both inspiring and motivating. Whether it is a walk in the park, a jog on the beach, a hike near a lake. I encourage you to find something to do outside. It will be worthwhile!


  • Rain in Asia
  • Rain in South America
  • Rain in Europe
  • Rain in North America
My Favorite Website My Favorite Website

HTML 3

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

HTML 2

A Short Description of the Owner of Breathing Rain

About Me

=Hi! My name is Carolyn and I am a fifteen year old girl who attends Reading Memorial High School.

My Background

I am in my sophomore year of High School and enjoy spending time outdoors in nature. I created this website mainly to show the beauty and adventure that life holds when you look up from your mobile device. I want to share pictures that are inspiring to others.

Who I am

I live in Massachusetts and love travelling to different places. I have gone on mission trips to Trinidad and Tobago, New Orleans, and this August, I will be going to Guatemala.p> Carolyn Lovvoll
Reading Memorial High School

HTML 1

A Description of Breathing Rain

About Breathing Rain

The purpose of this website is to share photos of rain around the Globe and explore the beauty of nature. Rain is often a symbol of purity and a new beginning. These photos are here to inspire you and show the adventure that nature holds! p>

Friday, May 2, 2014

Google X-Rays



It was very interesting to use Google X-Rays to change different websites.  I enjoyed swapping out pictures and changing the wording on the websites I visited.  Below are the websites that I changed.  First, I went to the Food Network Website.  This website had many articles focused on quick cooking and healthy eating.  I changed the articles to focus on unhealthy food and put in pictures of bread and butter, a sundae, and a Happy Meal. 

I also visited the Starbucks website. This website was focused on advertising "Happy Hour" for Frappucinos.  I kept the picture but changed the paragraph underneath it. I created a PSA that was addressed to all Starbucks customers who are eager to try the new summer drinks.

I also changed McDonald's homepage by adding a Koala picture.

Overall, I found it very fun to "hack" the websites and change their images using Google X-Rays.  It was interesting to see what the websites consisted of.