Scratch Day 3: Debug It!

1. Debugging was a lot easier when I could see the script so going online and looking at the script was a great way to discover what had to be altered. This was a useful strategy to me, and having the ability to really interact with the scripts and easily undo any mistakes was also beneficial.
2. Sometimes the best way to learn how to debug a project, especially when you have no idea on what to do, is to experiment. You can move things around, see what would happen if you changed the script, and sometimes you'll discover what you need to alter in the program in order for it to work. I discovered one of the solutions to the "debugs" below by simply experimenting and see what would happen if I took away all but one of the "turn 90 degrees", and that turned out to be the solution.
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Scratch Day 2: The 10 Block Challenge

1. Having the ability to only use ten blocks on a Scratch script helped me figure out how each of those individual blocks worked and how rearranging blocks, even in the slightest way, can completely change the product.
2. The ten block challenge didn't really restrain any ideas I had since I'm so new to Scratch. With a project that isn't involved around creating something with only ten blocks, it would be useful to be able to use more blocks as to get more out of the program. I don't know enough about Scratch to not see the benefits of using more than ten blocks.

Scratch Day 1: Introduction to Scratch

1. Nothing with scratch was too surprising. I was surprised to see that over five million projects have been shared, especially for a site I haven't heard of before today.
2. Going step by step when first being introduced to something is beneficial when what you are doing is especially hard, but with my background of doing different activities online I think I could have done without a tutorial for scratch. I still think it was helpful, however, because it basically is an overview of all the basics of scratch, which is good to hear when you're first starting out.
3. As a learner, I prefer to have structure when certain guidelines need to be met or when we're first starting out a new program. Freedom and creativity come when I've mastered the program and I don't need to be looking off a piece of paper for help. I think once I've learned the ins and outs of a program it's easier for me to make the most of it.

The Big Sur of California Webpage

California's Big Sur

Information on history, top destinations, and landmarks you can't miss!

Unarguably one of the most placid and picturesque places you'll find on the west coast .

About the Big Sur

It isn't just one place, one destination... the Big Sur is the region of California that stretches along the coastline from the Caramel River to Monterey County, about 90 miles. The terrain provides stunning views, so it is a popular destination among travelers.

A map of the Big Sur, stretching along an extensive region of California's coast.

History

The name "Big Sur" is derived from the Spanish name, originally calling it "el sur grande", meaning "the big south", or from "el país grande del sur", meaning "the big country of the south". These names are referring to its location in the Monterey Peninsula. Some of the first inhabitants of the Big Sur were Native Americans, specifically the Ohlone, Esselen, and Salinan tribes. The first Europeans to see the land were Spanish mariners, lead by Juan Cabrillo. In 1769, the first Europeans set foot on the Big Sur, nearly 200 years later. Portolá established the town Monterey, which became the capital of the Spanish colony Alta California. The Spanish colonization devastated the Native American population. Most tribe members died out from European diseases or forced labor and malnutrition at the missions in the eighteenth century, while many remaining members assimilated with Spanish and Mexican ranchers in the nineteenth century.

Destinations to Visit

Nepenthe Restaurant

The food here is more than adequate if not up the standards of a gourmet, but Nepenthe is not just about the food. The Big Sur coast views and laid-back ambiance are Nepenthe's strength, overlooking some very scenic terrain.

Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle is a National and California Historical Landmark, located on the Central Coast of California, near San Simeon. It was designed by architect Julia Morgan between 1919 and 1947 for William Randolph Hearst, who died in 1951. The Castle features 56 bedrooms, 61 bathrooms, 19 sitting rooms, 127 acres of gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, a movie theater, an airfield, and the world's largest private zoo. Zebras and other exotic animals still roam the grounds. Some specific parts of the castle were built over as many as three times to please Hearst, such as the Neptune pool, pictured above.

The 17-Mile Drive

This drive through California's coast was popular even before automobiles had been made. It began as a carriage road for guests at Monterey's Hotel del Monte in the 1880s, being known, even since the very beginning, for its magnificent scenery. You'll see beautiful beaches, wildlife such as seals and sea lions, the famed Lone Cypress, astounding mansions, and the legendary Lodge at Pebble Beach.

For more top destinations and history on the Big Sur, go to:
Things to Do in the Big Sur
History of the Big Sur

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Western USA

Some of the most surreal destinations are found in the western end of the US. Check out the list below to see if you've heard of any of these spots.

• Antelope Canyon, Arizona
• Oneonta Gorge, Oregon
• Skagit Valley Tulip Fields, Washington
• Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado
• Zion National Park, Utah
• Yosemite Valley, California
• Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming
• Haiku Stairs of Oahu, Hawaii
• Carlsbad Caverns, New Mexico
• Mendenhall Glacier Caves, Alaska
• Horseshoe Bend, Arizona
• Northern Lights, Alaska
• Bryce Canyon, Utah
• Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada
• The Wave, Arizona
• Sequoia National Park, California
• Thor's Well, Oregon
• Palouse Falls, Washington
• Glacier National Park, Montana
• Na Pali Coast State Park, Hawaii
• Devils Tower, Wyoming

Eastern USA

While the Western end of the US has some beautiful destinations that can't be beat, the eastern region shouldn't be overlooked, harboring some of the most scerene mountains, state parks, and the well-known Niagra Falls.

1. Watkins Glen State Park, New York
2. Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida
3. Smoky Mountains, North Carolina/Tennessee
4. Niagra Falls, New York
5. Savannah, Georgia

Central USA

Whitaker Point

Arkansas

Badlands National Park

South Dakota

Hamilton Pool

Texas

For more information on destinations in the USA and more, go to Surreal Places to Visit Before You Die

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European Places to Visit

• England; Famous landmarks such as Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, The White Cliffs of Dover, The London Eye, and St. Paul's Cathedral truly show how you can take a vacation through history in England.
• Finland; One of the quieter European destinations, this country is one of the most picturesque on the continent, with landmarks such as Suomenlinna Fortress and Old Rauma, it isn't a destination to be overlooked.
• Spain; Famous for its beautiful coastal beaches, Spain also attracts tourism for the Cuenca, Aqueduct of Segovia, and Palacio Real.

For more European places to visit, go to Best Destinations in Europe

Tropical Places to Visit

1. Aruba; "One Happy Island" is its saying, and it sure is. Full of white, sandy beaches, beautiful weather, and friendly people, this is a top tropical destination for anyone who's traveling.
2. Fiji; This country is made up of 322 islands, but less than a third are inhabited so the possibilities are vast. It's best to go between the months of February and October, off cyclone season.
3. The Seychelles; A group of 115 islands of the east coast of Africa, this paradise is best traveled between the months of May and September, when it rains the least.

For more information on the tropical destinations above and more, go to Top Ten Tropical Destinations

Other Places to Visit

In Asia

Thailand; With beautiful beaches, thick jungles, and bustling cities, its no wonder Thailand is the most popular destination in southeast Asia. Places like Ko Tarutao, the Grand Palace, Railey, Phang Nga Bay, and Ko Phi Phi are attractions you don't want to miss.

In the US

The Big Sur of California; One of the most scenic destinations in the states, Hearst Castle, Pebble Beach, and the Nepenthe Restaurant are highlights.

In Other Places

Australia; Whitehaven Beach, Seventy-Five Mile Beach, the Sydney Opera House, Kakadu National Park, and the Great Barrier Reef are few attractions out of hundreds that bring tourists and adventurers alike back to this beautiful travel destination.

For more top destinations to visit this season, go to