Craig Kielburger

Craig Kielburger is a child rights activist and the founder of the organization "Free The Children" that has built more 500 primary schools throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America, providing daily education for more then 50,000 kids. The astonishing thing is that he began when he was at the age of 12. He was reading comics on the news paper when he saw an article about a 4 year old Pakistani who had to work. He was surprised since he didn't know children like him were suffering in other parts of the world. He researched about child labor and he wanted to do something about it; he had great ambitions. He had ideas of traveling around Asia. However, his mom didn't allow him to do such crazy things. He spent 8 months trying to persuade her and finally succeeded. Craig went to Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan to interact with child workers at the age of 13. 25 years old now, he has traveled to more than 40 countries, speaking out for children's rights and was nominated for Nobel peace prize. He's got a fantastic personality.

I chose Craig Kielburger because I saw his name when I was researching and was actually fascinated by his story. He has a grand dream to free the children who are forced to do what they shouldn't be doing because of war, poverty or etc. Not only he has the dream, he also has an unbreakable heart. He journeyed through world with determination just to help the kids around the world. In addition, he has arranged speeches and fund raising activities in a extremely young. These are things the most "kids" can't do. His courage, love and determination inspired me.

I was inspired by Craig Kielburger because I didn't know that a "kid" could actually do so much. I was keen to do something and I thought that I could actually make difference too. However, when I look at the reality, it disappoints me. The problem is that I am not as talented as Kielburger, not as determined and not as selfless. I don't have his ability to raise money, make speeches, or write books. I can't do anything because I'm just a normal adolescent, unlike Kielburger, a hero. I can be different, I can do something in my own life but after all I'm just one out of 6 billion, an small ant compare to this gigantic world. However, I'll do my best to make this world a better place. I might not be the leading one, but I will definitely be a part of it.

"Craig Kielburger." Free The Children. 16 Jun 2008 .

"Peace"

I would define peace as a freedom from disturbance. I can be in peace myself if I'm free from disturbance. However, that's just myself. National wise, if people aren't fighting each other violently, that's also peace. Finally, the peace of the world, if nations aren't having war with each other, I would consider that peace.

String

The idea of gravity doesn't work in quantum world. That's very interesting, there's two different rules in the same world. I was confused by that notion.
This film is amazing, since I feel like I grasp the big picture of the universe. The universe is elegant and beautiful. We humans are just a small part of it.
If we can manage to truly understand string theory, it would be awesome because we understand everything in the universe. However, I personally don't think that we would comprehend it anytime soon. It might take years and years to simply prove the theory.
I am fascinated about strings, I want to know more about it. I hope in my life time I can comprehend the universe, yet I do know that is almost impossible.

Science: Aceleration down a frictionless incline

This project was meant to be a group project. Jae and I were on the same team. Overall, we worked well. In the beginning, we weren't motivated enough. However, when it came to the end, we worked arduously. From this expedition, we comprehended the first two newton's laws. If Mr. Loken used the tradition way of teaching, it would be dull. Nevertheless, he let us learn from doing experiments ourself. We discovered elements in science that we did not know before. We had some heavy math but we surmounted all the problems. I was glad that it was a success.

Escape From Huang Shi

This film touched me. George Hogg, his spirit will never be forgotten. His courage, compassion, and love are all admirable. He's British, he's not Chinese, not even close, but he helps the Chinese refugees with a selfless heart. Lee is respectable too, even though she might not have the same strength as Hogg, but she has done so much for the children of Huang Shi. Jack Chen is a interesting person, he is Hogg's closest friend and a strong supporter. He saves Hogg's life a several times. I love all these characters, they're so genuine. These 3 people save 60 lives. They even put their lives into it. I like the plot too. I like that the film doesn't focus on the Nanjing Massacre, but on the moving story that happens in Huang Shi. Many people die in the movie, and these deaths make the film even stronger.
I think it's absolutely horrible when Hogg sees the slaughter. He is so terrified in that scene to see the Chinese civilians getting killed. I was nervous when I saw that part, I have no idea why though.
When Chin hangs himself, I felt so sad, he's a nice boy and all. He is so obedient to Hogg, he's like the best student. He trusts Hogg, but fear still overcomes the trust.
I was so depressed when I saw the white flag in the end, since I knew who died. I will never forget what he had done.

Movie Project

I personally think that I've gained much more understanding about land mines. I didn't realize that people are still laying and manufacturing mines in the ground around the world. I think my song "Tears in Heaven" really suits my theme of sadness and the lives of the victims. Many of them have the same experience as Eric Clapton, like losing a family member. I hope I can move our students when I present this video clip.

Science Self-Evaluation

I would give 2.0 for my person of high character because I don't cheat, steal or lie. I don't cause any troubles in class. I know when to stop.
Secondly, I give myself 1.5 for critical thinker and problem. I can solve problems most of the time, however, sometimes I don't think enough. Like I made stupid little mistakes when we were doing the steel ball lab.
I would give 2.0 for community contributing. When my classmates ask me questions, I'm always willing to assist them. I'm on time. I don't interrupt Mr. Loken speaking in class.
I would give myself 1.5 for effective communicator, I am an average communicator. Sometimes, Mr. Loken doesn't get what I'm trying to say.
I would give myself 2.0 for active learner. When we have homework, I always try my best to finish them. When I have problems, I always ask. I always go up to Mr. Loken and ask. For the recent test, I did my best on the test. I didn't skip any questions just because I don't know.