A first look at blogging for elementary students. Let’s BLOG! A first look at blogging for elementary students.

Blog - Definition A blog is a type of diary among persons usually concerning a similar subject or topic. Blog’s usually include conversations, pictures, and maybe video. It is important for students to know what they can say or type into a blog, as well as what a student should never say on a blog.

Summer Reading The subject of our blog is summer reading. Our blog is for elementary students in Horry County Schools to talk about books that you are reading.

Parts of a blog Blog Posts Recent Posts Categories

Parts of a blog Blog article title Blog content Comments

Questions Carefully read the post and practice writing your answer on a piece of paper. Then proof read your answer. When your happy with your answer, type the answer in the comment box.

After your parents review what you have typed, click on Submit. Comments Digging up dinosaurs I am reading Digging up dinosaurs by Aliki. This book talks about different types of dinosaurs. I like this book because it is easy to read and has pictures of dinosaur bones. After your parents review what you have typed, click on Submit.

Commenting Think about the post (question) Be respectful Make your point, and usually one point per comment Keep it short Proofread

Never… Never give anyone online your last name. Never give anyone online your phone number. Never give anyone online your address. If you ever feel uncomfortable with something you read or that you’re asked…tell an adult you trust, for example your parents or teachers.

I will… Never insult my fellow students. Not bully anyone. Not copy someone else’s work. Always try to spell correctly. Use the blog as if I am in my classroom.

Glossary Blog – a website, usually welcoming comments, that may function as online diaries Blog Article Title – a headline, encouraging you to read more Blog Content – the main subject or information of a particular blog Blog Posts – a question or comments made on a blog Comments – a verbal or written remark related to a subject Diary – a list, usually written, with entries arrange by date Subject – the person, place, thing or idea that is doing or being something Submit – give for judgment or consideration Topic – a subject of conversation or discussion