Semester 1 Inquiry: This semester, I will be exploring how physiological stress takes a toll on digestive system, and why it is so important to address before health implications become inevitable. What causes digestive issues, and is any of it within our control? The argument that stress takes a toll […]
Hello everyone, and welcome to my first blog post! For my inquiry topic this semester, I decided to explore the role of humor in building connections. I believe humor is a powerful tool for fostering relationships in various settings. Whether in social interactions or professional environments, humor brings people together […]
Hi everyone, and welcome to my blog! In this new inquiry project, I will be looking into Canadian infrastructure and how it could be developed to lessen traffic. Traffic congestion is a major problem especially in big cities like Toronto, Winnipeg, Montreal and Vancouver. This topic interests me because it […]
In my new inquiry question, I want to explain what white lies are told by parents in their child’s development, why and in what cases they are told and how it impacts their development. I will talk about a few common lies that are told and the importance of them […]
Hello everyone! Welcome to my first action blog post! For my action I will be selling a variety of baked goods in order to raise money for the BCSPCA. After completing the values activity, my most important values include family, risk and spiritual growth. My least important values were tradition, […]
My inquiry question is “The correlation between a country’s economy and its military power.” Because of my interest in the economy, I wanted to do a project involving macroeconomics (study of an economy as a whole). However, I wanted to also research another aspect of what makes up a country […]
Welcome to my second degree project in butterfly effect which aids to campaign societal structures and responsibility. I hope my story to make entertainment and better of all. The experimentation of imagination, creativity and social dangers. My story is named “Robot’s Brain” and the tittle reflects on how AI is […]
Hello and welcome back to my blog! My Inquiry question for Semester 2 is “What does it mean to ‘live in the moment,’ and how can we actively focus on embracing the little things in life?” I chose to do a topic regarding mindfulness as I am very interested in […]
Welcome to my Blog! This semester I wantes to keep a focus on science related topics and wellness which is why I chose the Inquiry question, How do lifestyle choices and diet impact the development and management of chronic diseases? I chose this question because lifestyle choices and diet impact […]
Through my blog question on what would be the result if the third world countries could come together as one state . I have decided to divide my questions into three blog questions. Through my three questions I will be able to access information in my research. My blog questions […]
Hey guys, am Raphaella. I am going to subdivide my question three major parts. These are: 1.What would be the results if there was no change during the stone age period? This question will enable me to access areas that will guide me in stating the changes that took place […]
Hi guys, once again I am Monica ready to present my question. I am going to divide my question into three part these are : This question will help me to understand what are the robots .There are many types of robots and majority of us we can not be […]
I once again welcome you to my second blog post. In this blog post I will divide my question into three questions. These are; No.1 How does education vary in different continents? In this question I would like to understand different types of education systems in different continents. This will […]
#Round one of research: WHAT ARE THE REASONS WHY DEVELOPING COUNTRIES ARE AFFECTED MORE BY CLIMATE CHANGE? Hi fellow researchers ,this sub-question is essential because we will be learning why developing countries are more affected by natural disasters and catastrophes caused by adverse climate change. #Round two of research: WHAT […]
Hey guys. Welcome back to my next phase of research. Here is the breakdown of my inquiry question. 1.Causes of the existing gap between the rich and the poor in urban areas. _ In this question I’m going to discuss the causes of the main gap between the rich and […]
Hello guys, i am very concerned of this question because rate of inflation in Kenya has flashily raised and this has affected people negatively. people are crying that rate of inflation have increased and is making them financially unstable. Inflation affects the economic stability by eroding purchasing power, impacting businesses […]
Hi I am Jacinta Eyani and today I want to subdivide my question into three. I will put a brief explanation about my questions. 1. WHAT WOULD BE SOCIAL AND ECONOMICAL BEHAVIOURS IF THERE WAS NO GOVERNMENT IN THE NATION? In this question I will research and try to explain […]
I once welcome you back to my second blog which is basically based on the following. NO 1; What if a car required no license for driving, what would be the immediate effects. In this question I would mainly dwell on the positive impacts as well as the negative ones. […]
Hi! guys, its another interesting time of breaking my inquiry question into three parts: WHAT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SUN LEAD TO THE EJECTION OF THE SOLAR FLARE AND CORONA MASSES? This question will help me not only believing in theories about the sun but also trying my level best to […]
My name is Nancy .In this blog I will divide my question into three. They are; In this question I will try to find out about the existence of aliens. This research will help me to know where and how aliens came to existence. In this question I will try […]
Hi! Guys, now it has come a time that I am going to split my inquiry question into three so that I can make it more understandable. I will be looking into: : 1. what is the current capability of artificial intelligence? Under this sub-topic, I will be researching how […]
Hi everyone ! Today I am going to break down my enquiry question; How sustainable is nuclear energy as a source of power in Kenya ,considering both environmental and economic factors? #Round one of research: What is the cost of nuclear energy ? This sub – question is essential because […]
#Round One Of Research: WHAT ARE THE CURRENT REGULATIONS GOVERNING LOCAL BUSINESSES AND MULTINATIONAL BUSINESSES. Through this topic ,i will be looking at the current regulations imposed by a country to control trading activities between local businesses and multi national companies .This will be of great impact to the society […]
My inquiry research was on: How social media influences mental health and self-perception Throughout this inquiry project on how social media influences mental health and self-perception, I faced several challenges that required critical thinking and adaptability. One major difficulty was navigating the vast amount of research on this topic. Many […]
The hardest part of this project was picking the right debates for this project. I wanted it to be pretty topical cause I think politics, especially recent ones, are very important to developing out our society. But what was the most helpful was going back through previous political debates and […]
I will be answering the following inquiry questions for my blog posts. a. What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go aboutovercoming these challenges?b. How did this inquiry change the way you think?c. How did this investigation impact your future decisions?d. What impact will this […]
“What challenges did you overcome throughout this action project? How did you go about overcoming these challenges?” Throughout this action project, I encountered, reencountered and overcame many challenges. These challenges came in two categories: communication and time management. I navigated communicational challenges with a professional attitude, not letting personal interactions […]
Hello! This is my last story post, and I will be sharing my thoughts and reflections on my story project! a. What challenges did you overcome throughout this story project? How did you go aboutovercoming these challenges? I had multiple challenges that I had to overcome throughout this story project. […]
Blog Post #5 – How Does Instagram Influence Teenagers’ Mental Health? In my final blog post, I will summarize my research and attempt to answer my big question: “How Does Instagram Influence Teenagers’ Mental Health?” Throughout my research, I have discovered that Social media anxiety is a mental health condition […]
Hi there! This is my first inquiry blog post of this semester, and I will be stating my question and the reason why this question interests me. My inquiry question: “How do human efforts and attempts to fix nature compare to letting nature heal itself?” Why this is a question […]
Reflections on Teaching Kids About the Environment Looking back on my experience teaching young students about recycling and protecting the environment, I realize how meaningful and eye-opening this journey has been. From overcoming obstacles to seeing kids excited to learn, this project has strengthened my passion for environmental education. Here […]
In my action project, me and my two partners did a bottle drive. We picked up bottles, recycled them, and went to Return-It Depo in exchange for money. Me and my group made around 61$ and donated it to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. The money went more specifically to […]
Throughout this action project, I encountered several challenges but successfully overcame each one. One of the first difficulties was engaging with the third-grade students, as they were initially shy and hesitant to talk to someone new. To overcome this, I stayed positive, maintained a warm and welcoming smile, and initiated […]
What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go about overcoming these challenges?I had trouble focusing my research topic and locating trustworthy sources for this inquiry assignment. Although my topic was adolescent mental health in general, I needed to narrow down my sub-questions to make my […]
Since my inquiry project is coming to an end now, I’ll be reflecting on my first inquiry experience. What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go about overcoming these challenges? Religion can be a sensitive topic, so I made sure to keep my words positive and […]
For those who are new, my and my partners decided we wanted to donate money to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. This is an organization that helps injured, orphaned, and pollution-damaged wildlife. To get the money to donate, we donated the bottles we had at our houses and did a […]
Blog #7: Reflection 1. Address the following questions: a. What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go about overcoming these challenges? The challenge I overcame was finding reliable sources. For example, I overcame this challenge by using Ms. Martin’s tip on looking at the author’s […]
Why I chose this question: Social media is absolutely fascinating. The ever-changing nature of each platform makes the consumer hooked to their phone. With social media growing at rapid rates, I was always curious about how it could affect a high schoolers mental health specifically. In addition, I chose to […]
a. What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go about overcoming these challenges? I had some challenges relating to the fact that it was my first ever project in this class. Such as the stricter criteria for each blog post. Even if there weren’t direct […]
Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog post! Today I will be reflecting on my inquiry project! a. What challenges did you overcome throughout this inquiry project? How did you go aboutovercoming these challenges? I faced a lot of challenges throughout this inquiry project and I have successfully tackled all […]
Since my research has come to an end and I have been able to make conclusions about my Inquiry question, How do early childhood experiences influence long-term health outcomes? It is time for me to reflect on my reasearch, findings, and experience this semester. What challenges did you overcome throughout this […]
This topic is one in which I have been incredibly curious about throughout my academic endeavours. I am fascinated by the idea that school isn’t just “to learn” anymore, rather, a myriad of ego boosting activities, coupled with pressure that often leads to academic dishonesty. I look forward to implementing […]
I overcame challenges such as not being able to make frosting as well as I wanted, not having enough change, advertising properly, having treats on hold and keeping them on hold. I overcame baking challenges by taking a break instead of getting frustrated and re-doing it after, taking more time […]
Not long ago, I had the amazing chance to visit an elementary school and teach young students about the significance of environmental conservation and recycling. Through hands-on activities and lively discussions, I aimed to broaden their understanding and motivate them to adopt more eco-friendly habits. Although there were initial hurdles […]
Hi guys I’m Maurice glad to interest with you once again. My inquiry questions was, what if the solar flare and corona mass ejected from the sun were to strike the earth? how might it impact on planet’s climate and technology system? I’m very passionate about astronomy. I’m also curious […]
Hello guys, it is me again James Kinyua. The main reason as to why i chose inflation as topic of study, it happens everywhere in the world and on our daily basis. Furthermore, inflation affect family because it determine if they will be able to afford basic needs such as […]
Hello everyone, and welcome to my last post for this project! In my action my two partners and I collected bottles, recycling them at Return-It Depo and then took that money and donated it to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. I recycled my own bottles, one of my partners […]
ARE YOU READY!? IT’S THE DAY BEFORE THE ELECTION IN THE KITCHEN AND YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS! IT MEANS ITS TIME FOR THE GRAND PRESIDENTIAL KITCHEN DEBATE WITH ALL YOUR FAVOURITE CHARACTERS! SCENE 1: INTRODUCTION (A grand hall within the kitchen. The candidates stand at their podiums. The audience, […]
Hello everyone welcome to my blog post #4. I am excited to share some more updates about my action project, even though it’s coming a little later than I planned. We were waiting for confirmation from local elementary schools to schedule our visits, and I am overjoyed to announce that […]
Topic question: How does anxiety affect our mental health? I noticed my peers and I are very anxious, especially in the final year of high school. I wanted to know why we feel anxious and if it is beneficial to our mental health. For example, I noticed anxiety sometimes motivates […]
I have put my research under artificial intelligence because i am concerned by the feature, what will come next as AI continues to be more advanced. One of the reasons that inspired me to take this topic is my curiosity as to what would happen if AI gained some of […]
I want to learn more about aliens—their physical characteristics, sophistication, and way of existence—that is why I want to do this research. My top three subjects, sciences, will be covered. I’ll be able to learn about their traits and how they’ve adapted to space. In addition, this will enable me […]
The main reason that I would like to research on this question; is to find out whether there is a possibility in future the world can use the same education system .In additionally the institutions could use the same resources during the learning process. I am interested in this research […]
The reason am interested in this question is because I want people to learn about leadership. In addition, I would like people to understand how and who they should choose as their leader. First, a good leader will assist the community live peacefully and together. What’s notable about this section […]
Most people may find it amusing to drive an automobile without a licence. Others, however, may see it as great. Cars should be driven without a licence or training, in my opinion, because no authority agencies will have the authority to stop cars with the pretext of determining if the […]
I’m interested in this research since I can describe the changes that have occurred in the current way of living. There have also been modifications in the current way of life that did not exist in earlier times. For example, the use of electric cooking gas was not common in […]
I chose to conduct study on this topic since people are constantly coming up with new ideas for improving their daily lives.Scientists have developed and are now working on humanoid robots capable of replacing humans. In addition, this will help me attain my aim of becoming a scientist.The exciting aspect […]
The most exciting aspect of research is that you are the one asking the questions. This will allow me to uncover new facts or information on my question. I plan to be creative and improve my English. I’ll also boost my confidence during the presentation. It will allow us to […]
Hello everyone, and welcome to my fifth blog post. In this post, I’ll explore my third and final sub-question: “How do untreated mental health issues impact a student’s future, particularly in relation to future mental health struggles and personal development?” As discussed in previous posts, high school is a crucial stage […]
I chose this question because it will help most people to know the effects of climate change. It will also help people to understand and tackle the consequences of global warming. In addition, I hope that this research will encourages people to change their behavior and helps them to adapt […]
Hello everyone , It is me again, Preston Mwangi .My inquiry question is” Should the government impose more regulations to protect local business from multinational corporations.” I chose this topic in order to understand the role of the government in the growth of Small & Medium Enterprises, and whether it […]
Hello there , fellow researchers . I am glad to introduce my inquiry question to you .I chose this question because I come from a country where most of the energy sources are non renewable .I hope to find out how alternative sources of energy can be used in the […]
Problems with body image among young people in the United States have grown due to the fact that, in recent times, beauty standards have become more extreme, making them tougher to meet. Social media filters and photo editing applications enable users to display an idealized version of themselves. This can […]
For my action project, I returned to my elementary school, Ranch Park, to volunteer in Mrs. Menard’s class for the third time. This time, I assisted grade three students with their Daily 3 assignment again, which included reading, writing, and vocabulary activities on their iPads. We also watched an important […]
Hey! Welcome to my story! Dear Laura, My parents were bringing me back to Canada for around two months. In their words, it was called “reconnecting with my culture” – but I never knew much of Canada at all. I didn’t even know Canada existed as a country until a […]
My final research blog will focus on an important sub question related to my inquiry question. My sub question is What causes housing prices to rise and how a change in the economy could impact the price of a house. The cause of housing prices is a complex question with […]
In my final blog post, I am going to summarize my research and attempt to answer my big question, “How Do Childhood Experiences Influence Our Identity as Individuals?” I have been researching some main topics that I have used to help me answer this question: I can say that during […]
Round 3 Research Question: How does academic validation help one achieve a high ego and sense of self? What is the phenomenon that states the superiority one feels when scoring higher than a peer on a standardized test? Will this matter in the real world? From the major deal of […]
Teaching Kids About the Environment and Recycling: An Engaging Experience Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to visit an elementary school to teach young students about the importance of environmental conservation and recycling. Through interactive activities and engaging discussions, my goal was to expand their knowledge and inspire them to […]
So far, me and my friends have gathered all of are money together after we have all picked up bottles. Because of the weather, we have had some complications picking up more bottles in parks. So, we did not pick up as many more bottles as we wanted, but we […]
At this point, we’ve finished our action project. For those who are new, my and my partners decided we wanted to donate money to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. This is an organization that helps injured, orphaned, and pollution-damaged wildlife. To get the money to donate, we donated the […]
Hi guys! I wanted to talk about how the social media team ( myself included) have helped boost sales by getting people aware of the bake sales. We have used Instagram to post our bake sale posters there and around the school. Our bake sale posters usually include the date, […]
For those who are new here my action is collecting bottles, then recycling them at return it depo and then taking that money and donating to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. So far, I have recycled my own bottles, one of my partners recycled their bottles and the other […]
Since December 13th 2024, here are the tasks and events that have been accomplished by me and the Stagecraft department: I have been involved in all of these tasks, however, did not complete them alone. We have had successes in the past 9 weeks as well as a couple challenges. […]
Hi there! This is my blog post #5, and this is my short story draft! “I don’t really know what I plan on doing yet, I have so many dreams about traveling and discovering new places around the world. Since the social studies class with Mr. Stevens, I can’t stop […]
Inquiry Question: How does continuous engagement with social media platforms, without regular breaks, influence the mental health and academic performance of high school students? Research Step 3: How does social media influence high school students’ social interactions and relationships, and how does that impact their overall well-being? Individuals incorporate social media […]
Hello everyone! In my fifth blog post I will be further breaking down my inquiry question with 3 final sub-questions. I will first review existing studies and articles talking about how Christianity helps improve overall well-being by providing support. Next, I will explore a Christian practice, Bible study. Finally, I […]
My name is Joseph Mugo, and I am 16 years old. I live in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya. I am a student at Thome Boys Secondary School. My favorite subject is Biology because it connects me to my passion of becoming a doctor. One thing that makes me different from […]
Hi everyone and welcome back to my Blog. My main inquiry questions this semster is, How do early childhood experiences influence long-term health outcomes? To answer this big questions I will focus my research around the question, How does the quality of early caregiving and parental involvement influence emotional and social […]
Question: Is the cause of ADHD more effected by genetic or environmental factors? Current topic: Whether the environmental factors or genetic factors are more important to developing ADHD symptoms. Research findings: After researching about both the impacts of genetic factors and ADHD factors, I am able to conclude that environmental […]
Have you ever contemplated the outcome when creativity intersects with determination? That, I would argue, is nothing short of a transformative force—truly a big bang in its own right. My name is Jackson Mathenge, a trainer and a librarian. I oversee a group of young men studying at Thome Boys […]
My name is Erastus Mworia. I am seventeen years old. I am Kenyan and come from Laikipia County, specifically a place called Sweetwaters. This is where I grew up and where I live today. I am a Form Two student at Thome Boy’s High School, which is located within Laikipia […]
About me post Hello! Maurice is my name, and I am 16 years old. I am a student at Thome Boys Secondary School. I live in Nanyuki, in Laikipia County, Kenya. This is my first year participating in the Butterfly Effect Program. My favorite subject in school is Geography. I […]
Hello there! I am glad to tell you about myself. My name is Preston Mwangi, but people call me Piston. This fills me with joy because I feel like one of the champions who have won the Piston’s Cup. I am 16 years old, and I live in Kenya, Laikipia […]
Hello! I am glad to share a little about myself with you. My name is Ian Joseph Waruru, and I am sixteen years old. I come from a family of five—one sibling, an older sister, and my two parents. I am a student at Thome Boys High School. My country […]
Hi, my name is Stephen. I come from one of the best countries in the world. This is one of the best places to be. Its name is Kenya. My home area is located in the Central Province, in a place called Nanyuki, which is just near the Ol Pejeta […]
Hey, my name is James, and I am seventeen years old. I come from Kenya, specifically, Laikipia County, and our home is located in a village called Chuma. I come from a family of five, and I am the last born. I study at Thome Boys Secondary School, which is […]
My name is Nancy Nyaruai.I come from Ex erock Ngobit ward in Laikipia County. Additionally I school at Loise Nanyuki Girls which is an extra county school. It is located in Thingithu ward behind Nanyuki municipal stadium. Love my school because it is one of the best schools in Laikipia […]
My name is Elena Kagure and I was born in the year 2008, in Nyeri but raised in a village called Mitero. When I was about four years old I joined a primary school around my community and there is where I completed my primary education. After primary education I […]
I go by the name Raphaella Ewaton and I am sixteen years old. I live in Laikipia North from the Turkana community which is one of the major Nilotic groups. Besides being from the Turkana community, I also belong to a family made up of six people, where I […]
I go by the name Monicah Wanjiku and I am sixteen years old. Iam the third born, in our family, we are four in total. I live in Sweet Waters in Laikipia County, Kenya. Additionally I come from the central side of Kenya, under the beautiful slopes of Mt Kenya. […]
My name is Jacinta Eyani and I am sixteen years old. I school at Loise Nanyuki Girls which is one of the best schools in Laikipia County. We are always the top scorers in our county. Despite all that, I always work hard to ensure that I will achieve good […]
My name is Beatrice Ng’endo. I am fifteen years old by age and reside in Ngobit ward, Laikipia County. Also, I am a student at Loise Nanyuki Girls which is an extra county school in Kenya. My favorite subjects in school are sciences and mathematics .I enjoy these subjects because […]
I am Grace Nasimiyu. I am fifteen years of age. I come from Laikipia East constituency. Besides that I school at Loise Nanyuki Girls which is one of the best schools in Kenya. Apart from that I love engaging in a series of activities such as playing table tennis and […]
You can call me a hybrid human. Partly born and bred in the northern pastoralist area of Samburu and partly raised in entrepreneurial area of Nanyuki in central Kenya. I combine within myself, the essence of two regions. And they have been very fundamental in shaping who I am, Felix […]
Hello readers, and welcome to blog #4! Today, I’m very excited to show some insights from my latest research project, which brought about amazing discoveries. So, to get straight to what I’ve been doing and what’s next for my inquiry question “How does Instagram affect teenagers self-esteem and relationships?” Recourses: […]
Research: First Round of Findings 1. Instagram’s Features and Their Effect on Self-Esteem Instagram is has things such as likes comments and filters and these can really impact teenagers and their selfview. Take filters as an instance; they have the power to transform pictures into flawless portraits. This often sets […]
Taking Action for the Environment: Teaching Kids About Recycling Hi everyone welcome to my blog post #4! I’m excited to share some updates about my action project, even though it’s coming a little later than I planned (sorry about that!). I was waiting for confirmation from local elementary schools to […]
1. Three Steps for my Research Step 1: Learn About Instagram FeaturesI will do research on how Instagram features like ‘likes’, ‘comments’, and ‘filters’ are designed. This would help me in knowing how those things make teens compare themselves with others, affecting their self-esteem. Step 2: Find Information About Mental […]
Hey guys! Re-doing my blog post #3 here. I’m going to be analyzing the specific theories behind adolescent psychology and more specifically peer pressure. I made sure to include references to my own story as well! Exposition: Laura, a young girl visiting Vancouver for a short stay, finds herself in […]
