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

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Parts of a blog
Blog Posts
Recent
Posts
Categories

5. Parts of a blog
Blog article title
Blog content
Comments

6. 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.

7. 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.

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

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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