Day 11

Today I took my dog for a walk and gave her a massive bath afterwards, I also gave my cat a bath because he likes having baths lol but not my other cat. I know that they appreciated it because they were on highs afterwards.I also raked up all the leaves in the front and back lawn.I am glad that I cleaned up all the leaves because it looks a lot better now.

Day 10

Today for my 17 days to make a difference I made hot chocolates for everyone in my family and I also did some ironing for my mum.I know that everyone liked my hot chocolate because they all said that it was yum and said thanks. I know that my mum was happy that I did the ironing because she wont have to do much.

Day 9

Today I helped my mum out by peeling the potatoes and the carrots and onion(it made my eyes water heaps) for dinner. I knew that she was happy because she didn't want her mascara to run when she was peeling the onions. I also cleaned the house so that she wouldn't have to worry about that too.I know that she appreciated it because she said thankyou soooo much nats because she has a sore elbow at the moment.

Day 8

Today I helped mum my dad with some work in the garage by tidying it up because it was quite messy. I know that my dad was grateful because he said thanks to me I felt good because he wouldn't have to clean the whole garage up himself.

Day 7

Tonight I made dinner for my family. I felt good when I made dinner because everyone enjoyed it and mum was stressed about having to make dinner. I know that everyone appreciated because everyone said that it was nice and thanked me.

Day 6

Today I bought my sister some lollies because she ran out of money. I also tidied my brothers room for him after my netball and dried the dishes.I know that everyone appreciated it because they all said thanks to me and my sis paid me back later on but I said that she didn't need to.

Day 5

Today I helped my nan with her house because she has just moved into her new home. I know that I made a difference because the house had a lot more space. I know that she was happy because she has put out her back so she couldn't and gave me a big hug. I feel happy that I helped her because she seemed really cheerful and a lot more relaxed.

Day 5

Tonight I tidied up my sisters room for her because all of her clothes were chucked on the floor.I know that I made a difference because her room was A LOT tidier than before. I really hoe that she appreciates it because she didn't realise that I have tidied her room because she hasn't been in her room yet.I feel really happy thar I cleaned her room for her because I won't have to trip over her clothes every time I go in.

Day 4

Today I donated 5,000 grains of rice to the poor on freerice.com. I know that I made a difference because the computer said that I have donated 5,000 grains of rice to the poor. I felt very happy with what I gave to the poor and I know that a few people will be happy to have a proper dinner instead of just a handfull of rice.

Day 3

Hay. Iv'e just finished cooking dinner to save my mum from doing it and also gave my brother my computer time.I know that I made a difference because dinner was made and my brother was on the computer. I felt good when I made dinner for my mum because she was really happy and relieved that she didn't have to worry about it. I felt good when I let my brother go on the computer as well because then he wouldn't be nagging me later on for me to get off, he said thanks.lol.

Day 2

Tonight I set the dinner table and then I cleaned it up afterwards.I felt good when I cleaned up everything because it would save having to worry about it later, I think that mum & dad were grateful because they said thanks to me.

Day 1

Today I helped mum out after school by tidying my room and vacuuming and then did the dishes.I know that I made a difference because the dishes were done, the floor was vacuumed and my room was tidy.I felt good when I did the deed because it meant that mum didn't have to worry about the dishes or vacuuming or me having to pick up my clothes off my bedroom floor later on.I think my mum felt really happy.

What makes me a good citizen

what makes me a good citizen is...
~ be kind to others
~help mum with the dishes,washing .e.t.c.
~make my bed and clean my room everyday
~respect everyone and look out for others
~put people before myself
~do things without having to be told

As part of our Inquiry unit, Room 12 from New Zealand has decided to put our topic on citizenship into practice. We have the challenge of performing one kind deed, each day, for 17 days, starting from the 18th of June, 2008. Follow us as we blog our citizenship journey.

what makes a good citizen

A good citizen is somebody who is helpful to their community and everyone in it.A good citizen is some who respects others and their property. They are helpful and considerate and willing to put others first. They listen to the views of others and thinks about what they have to say.They respect the environment and does not damage it in anyway.A good citizen works hard.They have good manners.They are always putting others before themselves and are always trying their best and willing to learn.