wednesday 24th June (Day 17 last day)

Today was the last day so I wanted to do something quite big. First I helped my dad put our new spa pool in by nailing parts of the frame together and holding it in place. Secondly I put out the rubbish. Lastly I raked and picked up the leaves that dad cut off from the hedge. I know I made a difference because I saved mum and dad lots of time doing extra jobs.I felt pleased because everyone said thanks a lot.

Tuesday 24th June (Day 16)

Today I let my sister have the TV remote so she didn't have to go to the smaller TV in mum's room and watch it. I know I made a difference because my sister didn't have to argue with mum.

I felt kind of good even though I didn't get a thank you or a thanks.

Monday 23rd June (Day 15)

today i did the ironing for my parents. I know I made a difference because mum could watch her TV program without having missing half or the program.I felt good because in return mum helped me glue things on my science fair board.

Sunday June 22 (Day 14)

Today I helped my grandma by packing her bag .I know I made a difference because she didn't have to spend time in her bedroom and she could spend more time with my parents.

Saturday 22th June (Day 13)

Today I made breakfast in bed for my parents afterwards they wanted a cup of Tea so I made them one each. I know I made a difference because they didn't have to get out of bed.I felt happy because later that day mum let me have a hot chocolate.

Friday 20th June (Day 12)

Today I helped my sister she wanted to make a chair from scratch I helped her use the drill and the sander. I know i made a difference because my dad didn't have to come down from upstairs. I felt good because afterwards dad said thanks.

Thursday 19th June (Day 11)

Today I got a drink bottle for myself so my mum doesn't have to buy me a new one when my old spring water bottles break.I Know I made a difference because my mum doesn't have to spend money and buy me new spring water bottles when my old ones break.

Wednesday 18th June (Day 10)

Today I got some sweets I offered some to my mum, dad and grandma.

I was happy because my mum said if I didn't offer them around she would have eaten them all.

Tuesday 17th June (Day 9)

Today I did the dishes without any one telling me to do them .I know I made a difference because mum didn't have to keep nagging me to to them. I felt good because my mum said thank you and that I was a great help.

Monday 16th June (Day 8)

Today I made my sister and her friend afternoon tea because my mum was to busy to make it for her. I made a difference because my mum wasn't being nagged and she could have some peace and quiet. Even though my sister didn't say thank you I think she still was grateful.

Sunday 15th June (Day 7)

Today I helped my friend  out by letting him use my Warhammer  paints, so he didn't have to walk back to his house and get his own ones. Even though some of my paint was used up it felt good when he said thank you.

Saturday 14th June (Day 6)

Today me and my friends family and helped my Sensei move dojo. i know i made a difference because we moved dojo much more quicker than we would of if there was only one of us helping.I felt good because I made the choice to go.

Friday 13th June (Day 5)

Today I helped my sister by downloading her favorite songs onto her MP3 Player.I know I made a difference because my sister wasn't complaining about being bored. I felt good knowing that my parents had some peace and quiet.  

Thursday 12th June (Day 4)

Today I helped my grandma by cooking a pizza for me and my sister for afternoon tea.I know I made a difference because my grandma didn't have to worry about making afternoon tea as well as taking my sister to netball.

Wednesday 11th June (Day 3)

Today I made a hot drink for each member of my family. I know I had made a difference because mum could watch her TV program without having to rush off in the adds and make hot drinks. It felt good because everyone said thank you.

Tuesday 10th June (Day 2)

Today I helped my mum by vacuuming the lounge while she was on the phone I noticed that the carpet had dog hair all over it. I know I  had made a difference because mum was in a happy mood and the carpet was clean. I felt proud because mum said wow and thanks.

Monday 9th June (Day 1)

I helped my auntie by taking her crutches up the stairs then helping her up.
I knew I had made a difference because she got up the stairs much quicker
than usual and she was not wincing after each step.I felt good because my
auntie said that she was grateful that I could help.

what is 17 days to make a diffrence

Room 10 at Bucklands Beach Intermediate from New Zealand are doing an assignment which involves us helping others. We will be doing at least one good deed everyday for 17 days. This will help us to do something kind or helpful for someone else each day.

I am a good citizen because...

what makes a good citizen