tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post3144755745493220871..comments2024-03-26T23:38:39.659-07:00Comments on Mrs. Yollis' Classroom Blog: We're Going to Europe! Mrs. Yollishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-56412496108813241932015-01-20T19:45:53.065-08:002015-01-20T19:45:53.065-08:00Greetings, European Travelers,
I'm so happy t...Greetings, European Travelers,<br /><br />I'm so happy that you all had the opportunity to visit the giant traveling map of Europe! I think that it is very interesting that, although Europe is one of the most <b>diminutive</b>continents in land area, it is one of the greatest in population. According to World Book Online, Asia and Africa are the only continents that have larger populations.<br /><br />I have <b>journeyed</b> through several European countries by train. A highlight of my travels was visiting Norway. That's because ancestors on both sides of my family were born there. When I was in Norway, I was able to see the house where one of my grandfathers was born and meet cousins I had never met before. They were all so kind and <b>hospitable</b>. We were able to join one family for supper, which, in Norway is a late evening meal that often includes sandwiches, a cheese plate, and sometimes dessert. <br /><br />One of the most exciting activities for me in Norway was cruising through the <b>fjords</b>, which are long, narrow bodies of water that cut into the land. Fjords are usually surrounded by steep, <b>jagged</b> cliffs, creating a spectacular scene! <br /><br />I see by your comments that many have you have learned wonderful facts about Europe! I look forward to seeing what else you have learned and what you enjoyed about the map.<br /><br />Have any of you ever traveled to Norway?<br /><br />Skål!<br />Mrs. RanneyMrs. Ranneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02569904843028235217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-59777022537688844842015-01-13T19:54:47.875-08:002015-01-13T19:54:47.875-08:00Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,
I would like to visit...Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,<br /><br />I would like to visit the United Kingdom and go on the London Eye. I would also like to see Big Ben. I learned on wikipedia that Big Ben is 316 feet tall. The London Eye is 443 feet tall. Can you calculate the difference in height between Big Ben and the London Eye?<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Ethan<br /><br />Ethannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-33824303786594687122015-01-13T19:05:04.449-08:002015-01-13T19:05:04.449-08:00Dear Mrs. Yollis and Class,
I would like to visit...Dear Mrs. Yollis and Class,<br /><br />I would like to visit Italy to view some exotic birds. I have learned that there are 500 species of birds in Italy, and many of them are <b>scarce</b> in other places. One bird I am interested in spotting is a Lanner Falcon. I researched and learned it is called a <i>Lanario</i> in Italian. I found a video of one <b>soaring</b> in central Italy. I also found a picture from National Geographic.<br /><br /><a href="http://voices.nationalgeographic.com/2012/05/14/top-25-wild-bird-photographs-of-the-week-13/lanner-falcon-neal-cooper/" rel="nofollow">Photo of a Lanner Falcon</a><br /><br />From,<br />TroyTroynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-32249210064835451102015-01-13T16:18:57.778-08:002015-01-13T16:18:57.778-08:00@Sean,
When I was pregnant with Troy, I went to P...@Sean,<br /><br />When I was pregnant with Troy, I went to Paris, too! I also went to England, Germany and Austria on that trip. Troy's dad and I found out just a few days before our trip that I was pregnant with Troy. I was just telling Troy the other day that he has been to Europe...he just couldn't possibly remember it. :) <br /><br />Mrs. Yollis mentioned the waterways surrounding France. We took a waterway to get to France from England. I wonder if you could guess which one? <br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Lisa (Troy's mom)Lisanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-36749185276138193652015-01-13T16:15:05.361-08:002015-01-13T16:15:05.361-08:00Dear Mrs.Yollis,
Thank you so much for commenting...Dear Mrs.Yollis,<br /><br />Thank you so much for <b>commenting</b> back! My dad <b>helped</b> me because his Yia Yias (grandmother) and Pa Pous (grandfathers) <b>came</b> from Greece. I <b>like</b> olives and feta cheese a little bit. I just have to <b>grow</b> into it a little more. The Olympics are held every four years and, the next Olympics is in 2016. The next Olympics is located in Rio De Janeiro. I am so glad that you are interested in Greek culture!<br /><br />Adío! (bye)<br />Aryana<br /><br /><br />Aryananoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-16171086242237160832015-01-12T18:03:32.168-08:002015-01-12T18:03:32.168-08:00Dear Mrs.Yollis,
Danke for commenting back! I was ...Dear Mrs.Yollis,<br />Danke for <b>commenting</b> back! I was at my grandparents house when I <b>made</b> this comment and, my grandpa's dad is from Austria. I was over there and <b>remembered</b> that my great grandpa, Adolph was from the continent, Europe. I thought that I could <b>write</b> a comment about Austria. That is exactly what I did. I am so glad that you <b>enjoyed</b> my comment! I will <b>keep posting</b> more.<br /><br /><br />Auf wiedersehen,<br />Aryana<br /><br />P.S. Here is a pronunciation key for the German words:<br /><br />hallo = hollow<br /><br />auf wiedersehen = off weedersane<br /><br />bitte = bitay<br /><br />danke = donkay<br /><br />I hope you know your German words better now.<br /><br />Auf wiedersehen again,<br />Aryana<br /> Aryananoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-87051970463234805932015-01-12T11:57:17.213-08:002015-01-12T11:57:17.213-08:00Dear Mrs Yollis' Class,
What a lot of learning...Dear Mrs Yollis' Class,<br />What a lot of learning about Europe you have been doing! I am very impressed with all your fact-finding, and your responses to your teacher's questions. Your marvellous map-mat looks like a LOT of fun...<br />One of the wonderful things about Europe is that it's quite easy to travel around between countries by road, air, or rail. Each European country is very different from its neighbours with different languages, currencies (sometimes, although a lot have the Euro), food and drink, customs & culture. Travelling in Europe is a rich and rewarding experience - I hope your 'travels' this week will inspire you to adventure when you are older! I think I will never get tired of travelling in Europe - this summer my family are going travelling by train through France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Holland - maybe more! We are having great fun planning our mega-railway journey! Have a look at the rail network. Where would you go if you had a train ticket for two weeks travel?<br />Have fun on your journeys!<br />Mrs Monaghan @ A Room with a ViewMrs Monaghanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00580874869403316436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-86014717851218896642015-01-11T19:43:05.803-08:002015-01-11T19:43:05.803-08:00@ Joshua,
Italy is a European country that I woul...@ Joshua,<br /><br />Italy is a European country that I would like to visit too. <br /><br />For me, I love the music, the food, and the artwork. For you, it is the Ferrari, which I would say <b>is</b> a piece of art! You must have loved seeing all the cars that were at our school for the holiday Toys-for-Tots charity. Did you see they had a Ferrari?<br /><br />Your Italian-loving teacher,<br />Mrs. Y♥llis Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-68162745766642498322015-01-11T18:52:55.442-08:002015-01-11T18:52:55.442-08:00@ Aiden,
What a terrific verb, united..
You ment...@ Aiden,<br /><br />What a terrific verb, <b>united.</b>.<br /><br />You mentioned that your mom was born in Hungary. When did she move to America? Have you learned any Hungarian? <br /><br />I have a friend who is also from Hungary. She speaks fluent Hungarian, and she used to be a member of a traditional Hungarian dance troupe. Have you ever visited Hungary? If so, what are the similarities and differences between Hungary and America?<br /><br />Your geography-loving teacher,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-33062474658834544902015-01-11T18:48:05.642-08:002015-01-11T18:48:05.642-08:00@ Aryana,
Wow! You gave us so much wonderful info...@ Aryana,<br /><br />Wow! You gave us so much wonderful informational text about Austria and now Greece! Well done! <br /><br />The world has received many wonderful gifts from Greece! Do you ever eat olives or feta cheese? I LOVE them! <br /><br />The Olympics are enjoyed throughout the world. How often are they held? Where will the next Olympics?<br /><br />Your Olympic-loving teacher,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-25726056070438686962015-01-11T18:35:18.984-08:002015-01-11T18:35:18.984-08:00@ Nic,
I echo your feelings about Italy. (What a ...@ Nic,<br /><br />I <b>echo</b> your feelings about Italy. (What a good verb, no?) <br /><br />Your hyperlink was correct! That is difficult html code to pull off. Well done!<br /><br />I love your facts. However, be sure to write in paragraph form rather than numbering your sentences. :-)<br /><br />Because Italy is boot shaped, it is very easy to spot. What major body of water surrounds Italy? Be careful, it is hard to spell!<br /><br />Ciao!<br /><br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-6314683806335836392015-01-11T18:21:15.180-08:002015-01-11T18:21:15.180-08:00@ Damianne President,
Thank you so much for your ...@ Damianne President,<br /><br />Thank you so much for your comment from the Czech Republic! We will be on the map tomorrow and I will have your answer!<br /><br />Thanks for being a part of our learning community!<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-18783072871654340192015-01-11T18:17:53.461-08:002015-01-11T18:17:53.461-08:00@ Ruby,
Holy mackerel! Your verbs are fabulous! T...@ Ruby,<br /><br />Holy mackerel! Your verbs are fabulous! To hanker is a verb I have not heard in a long time. Where do you learn new words?<br /><br />You mentioned visiting Saint Basil's Cathedral. I would love to see that structure one day. That is quite a building! Do you know what they call the style of architecture on the roof? <br /><br />You mentioned that the city of Moscow is shaped like a wheel. Do you mean it has a city center and the streets shoot out from that center? I'd love to see what that looks like on Google Earth or in person! <br /><br />Where did you learn about Russia and her buildings?<br /><br />Your friend,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-3827686062383382892015-01-11T18:09:21.616-08:002015-01-11T18:09:21.616-08:00@ Derrick,
Grazie for the fabulous comment full o...@ Derrick,<br /><br />Grazie for the fabulous comment full of informational text about Italy! <br /><br />Ty mentioned Vatican City when he was talking to the country of Canada. Do you know how small Vatican City is? You will be surprised!<br /><br />I have heard that Venice has canals. I have also heard that it is sinking. Is that true?<br /><br />You had some great information about Italy. I enjoyed learning about the flag. I did not know that green stood for hope, that white stood for faith, and that red represented charity. Did you do your research using World Book Online?<br /><br />Ciao!<br /><br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-4314774956775524512015-01-11T17:34:16.174-08:002015-01-11T17:34:16.174-08:00@ Sean,
Wow! Paris is quite the popular destinati...@ Sean,<br /><br />Wow! Paris is quite the popular destination!<br /><br />Double wow: Your mom walked up the 1, 665 stairs? <br /><br />What are some facts about the Mona Lisa? Who was the artist? How old is the painting? <br /><br />What countries or waterways border France?<br /><br />Your geography-loving teacher,<br />Mrs. Y♥llis<br />Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-81777849224904751022015-01-11T15:41:56.702-08:002015-01-11T15:41:56.702-08:00@ Ty,
Yes, I am a very large country! As I said, ...@ Ty,<br /><br />Yes, I am a very large country! As I said, only Russia is a larger country than me. <br /><br />Vatican City is so small! It is not even ONE square mile! <br /><br />What is the smallest country outside of Europe?<br /><br />Your friend,<br />The country of CanadaCanada (the country)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-68483475298802306152015-01-11T15:31:36.447-08:002015-01-11T15:31:36.447-08:00@ Alexandrina (but really Tabitha),
I have been t...@ Alexandrina (but really Tabitha),<br /><br />I have been to your wonderful country! I was there about two decades ago. I went to Lisbon and I stayed in Lagos in the southern part of the country.<br /><br />It is interesting to think about how the Portuguese language could end up being the language spoken in Brazil! When did Portugal begin to explore and colonize in South America?<br /><br />Nice to meet you, Alexandrina!<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Mrs. Y♥llis Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-30509323986104279862015-01-11T15:23:47.689-08:002015-01-11T15:23:47.689-08:00@ Liron,
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, is ce...@ Liron,<br /><br />The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, is certainly a destination that many tourist would like to see! <br /><br />As you might have read in the comments above, I visited the Eiffel Tower. Although it was raining when I was there, I enjoy finally seeing the structure for myself.<br /><br />Like you, Kayla said the Eiffel Tower is the tallest tower in the world. I do not think that is true. It once <b>was</b> the world's tallest tower, but not now. Please do some research with Kayla and find out about the world's tallest structure and the world's largest tower.<br /><br />Looking forward to hearing what you two discover!<br /><br />Your teacher,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-34932890253914845692015-01-11T14:48:33.516-08:002015-01-11T14:48:33.516-08:00@ Nicolas,
You are correct, a peninsula is a piec...@ Nicolas,<br /><br />You are correct, a peninsula is a piece of<b> land surrounded by water on three sides.</b> Well done!<br /><br />I also like how you used html code BOLD your high level verbs. <b>Well done, again!</b><br /><br />You mentioned that Denmark is <b>joined</b> to Sweden by the Oresund Bridge. How long is that bridge in miles? in kilometers? I will walk across it tomorrow when we are in Europe!<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Mrs. Y♥llis<br /><br />P.S. I liked meeting your Danish ancestor! :-) <br /><br /> Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-12236988551543982242015-01-11T14:36:35.762-08:002015-01-11T14:36:35.762-08:00@ Aryana,
I LOVE how you used html coding to BOLD...@ Aryana,<br /><br />I LOVE how you used html coding to BOLD your high level verbs. <b>Well done!</b><br /><br />Thanks for sharing some German words with us! Danke! :-)<br /><br />I also thank you for sharing you information about WWI. (When writing WWI or WWII, use the Roman numbers. Remember I is used for 1)<br /><br />Besides Austria, which European countries do you want to visit next week?<br /><br />Auf wiedersehen,<br />Mrs. Y♥llis Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-78227225577413969212015-01-11T14:30:23.489-08:002015-01-11T14:30:23.489-08:00@ Asha,
If Europe is the second smallest continen...@ Asha,<br /><br />If Europe is the second smallest continent, what is the smallest continent? <br /><br />Will you be visiting all of the European countries next week? You mentioned that France is your favorite country. What borders France?<br /><br />As I told Kayla, I visited Paris, France, when I was younger. The Eiffel Tower was a highlight for me, even though it was raining on the day I was there. <br /><br />Your Parisian pal, <br />Mrs. Y♥llis Mrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-22844994649740410572015-01-11T14:23:33.512-08:002015-01-11T14:23:33.512-08:00@ Kayla,
I have been to Paris, France, and I went...@ Kayla,<br /><br />I have been to Paris, France, and I went to the top of the tower. It was pouring rain, so it was not the best conditions for viewing! :-(<br /><br />Is the Eiffel Tower really the tallest structure in the world? Please check that fact. I thought the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is the tallest structure. It measures 2,722 feet (829.8 m). Maybe the Eiffel Tower is the world's largest *iron* structure or some other adjective. <br /><br />I can't wait to go to Paris on Monday! ;-)<br /><br />Your Parisian pal,<br />Mrs. Y♥llisMrs. Yollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08553708205781596148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-37546534841551990452015-01-09T15:29:52.526-08:002015-01-09T15:29:52.526-08:00Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,
I have found your ama...Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,<br /><br />I have found your amazing blog through my Masters course. I just wanted to say hello, as I live in Europe - well, the UK to be precise. I live in a city called Brighton in the South East of England, on the coast. It is a very popular place with lots going on and a famous building called the Royal Pavilion that you might like to look up. I am a teacher working with pupils aged 7-11. <br /><br />I have been to some of the places mentioned in the other comments - to the top of the Eiffel Tower, to the Vatican and across the Oresund Bridge from Denmark to Sweden - all great fun! I have also visited Salzburg in Austria - where the Sound of Music was filmed - and have been to a beautiful town called Burghausen on the Germany/Austria border, which has the longest castle in Europe - look it up! I have taken my sons to Disneyland in Paris and we hope that one day we will get to see the US version! I have been to the USA once - to Chicago and Wisconsin - and I have lots of friends over there. <br /><br />Take care and keep up the great learning - as your teacher says, lifelong learning is the best thing :-)Sarah Pecknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-6130663166460680002015-01-09T07:29:12.725-08:002015-01-09T07:29:12.725-08:00Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,
I have always been in...Dear Mrs. Yollis and class,<br /><br />I have always been <b>interested</b> in tsunamis. A tsunami usually happens when there is an earthquake under water and the plates <b>slip</b> off each other and <b>form</b> a big gap. This <b>causes</b> a giant wave to form because of all the water <b>sucking</b> into the gap and <b>rushing</b> back out. The highest tsunami ever <b>recorded</b> was 1,740 feet (at least that is what I <b>read</b> on the internet)!<br /><br />Sincerely, <br />N♦cN♦cnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2633466533683944100.post-77768671420109676632015-01-09T00:28:04.283-08:002015-01-09T00:28:04.283-08:00Dear Mrs. Yollis' Class,
We live in the Count...Dear Mrs. Yollis' Class,<br /><br />We live in the County of Wicklow.<br /><br />It's nickname is 'The Garden of Ireland'<br /><br />because it is pretty.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Wicklow is on the east coast of Ireland.<br /><br />We live 39 kilometres south of Dublin.<br /><br />Dublin is our capital city.<br /><br />There are 4.5 million people living in Ireland.<br /><br />There are 3.9 million people living in California.<br /><br /><br />Ireland is 84,421 km squared.<br /><br />We see that California is 423,970 km squared,<br /><br />So we estimate that Ireland would fit<br /><br />5 times into the state of California<br /><br />Ireland would fit into the USA<br /><br />120 times approximately.<br /><br />We will write more on our blog and send you the link.<br /><br />That way you can see the pictures<br /><br />Looking forward to your visit<br /><br />Merry's ClassAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com