9 English - Mutimodal presentation

Mr Jensen has very kindly uploaded his sample presentation to YouTube for you guys.

Simply click on the link if you want to watch it again.

Mr Jensen - Should I live smaller?

Cheers guys, and good luck with all your assessment this week!

Warm and Fuzzy

Good luck in your upcoming exams guys.  Work hard, but don't forget to give yourself breaks occasionally so you don't burn out.

9 English - Consumerism Essay Homework

Here are some handy links that could help you with both your essay homework and your upcoming assessment piece.  They all are great resources to do with consumerism.

An Australian website with great ideas, information and strategies to reduce your consumer footprint
http://www.buynothingnew.com.au

The Story of Stuff: An easy way to understand the impact of what we buy
http://www.storyofstuff.org/about/about-the-project/

Shaping Suburbia: Advice on financial planning for living small
http://www.shapingsuburbia.com/benefits

Going cold turkey on consumption
http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/10/03/3331147.htm

There are also many apps that can help you keep track of your spending and help you manage impulse purchases.

If you find any good ones through your own research, feel free to tell us all and share in the comments!

Watch it and think hard about your words

For everyone, to everyone.  Words are powerful and the hurt lingers well after the laughter has drifted away.