The MEGUMI Reader

The Megumi Reader started as a project of the only Pinoy ever to be Rotary International President MAT Caparas.

The Department of Education (DepEd) has announced that it is adopting the Megumi to help improve teaching-learning process in the classrooms.

Education Secretary Jesli Lapus says that the gadget will help assist the non-readers among elementary pupils and promote literacy.

This Filipino-made electronic book is a low-cost, portable, simple-to-use device that can accommodate content for more than one learning area and can be used for multiple languages.

Designed for the safe use of children, the Megumi Reader is highly interactive and has no moving parts.

It was also learned from the Department of Education (DepEd) that this gadget dubbed "Megumi Reader" was further developed by the Partners for Universal Literacy or PULL Foundation.

The press report disclosed that the Megumi-reader is another project of the DepEd through its Adopt-A-School Program which facilitates the mobilization of resources and interventions from the private sector to improve education in public schools.

Education Secretary Jesli Lapus said that "the Megumi Reader is a breakthrough in our effort to integrate technology in enhancing the teaching-learning process. Its interactive features and versatility will help develop our pupils meta-cognitive skills- the ability to learn how to learn".

It was further learned that the PULL Foundation is looking forward for its success "so we can make this available to all public elementary schools nationwide".

The Manila Ocean Park

I was with my Tita, my father and pamangkins last Wednesday at the Oceanarium. I've been there before (as I previously posted in the month of march...) but since my aunt visited Manila from Boston, we deemed it necessary to bring her there.

These are just some of the exotic fishes you would see inside...

Lipstick Fish
Rock Fish

Seahorse
Spider Crab

more about bohol...

The Chocolate Hills ...

A visit to Bohol wouldn't be complete without seeing the tarsier...

Panglao beaches... Pretty Nice huh? =)


Bohol Plaza and Resort ... Nice Pool...

There is something about being away in a place as beautiful as Bohol... If you could, visit the place and stay longer....

some snapshots... more later...

Loboc River Cruise
See how pristine the river is....
One of the Panglao Beaches
The Chocolate Hills
Bilar's Man Made Forest
The Hanging Bridge

... and I'm back ...

Good Morning Good Morning. =)

My trip to Cebu and Bohol was really fun! For one, my nephew was with me and that made a big difference. There were lots of pictures taken and so many highlights to share but that will be for later. I still have to reduce the size of the photos before uploading them. And I have tons of things to do around here before my aunt from Boston visits.

Hopefully, will be back later...

1st Summer Get-Away

I'm leaving next week for Cebu and Bohol. I am particularly psyched to be in Bohol because it's in Panglao. I have only seen the Tarsiers and the Chocolate Hills and now I will get to see the famous Panglao Beach. Hmmmn.. I am not a fan of the sun but I enjoy travelling and sight seeing.

This reminds me that I have to buy a sun block with SPF30 at the very least...

New Look

I have a new template! =) Well, it took me sometime to decide what the new look would be, but after hours of browsing, I settled with these pink flowers. Just did some tweaking with the fonts and its colors. Originally, they were all pink! Which is really not that good to read. Bad for the eyes pa nga eh.

I basically placed the same widgets on the side bar and as an added feature, I placed my new dog's baby pic! Technically, she's still a puppy but the picture was taken when she was just a month old and she was so cute! They're actually two (2), Pichu and Motombo but I acquired Pichu first. And my nephew kinda claims ownership over the male pup. Hehehe. They've grown so big already as they were a cross breed of Sharpei and Labrador. At four (4) months, they can no longer run around their cage. I make it a point to let them out of there and play in the garage for at least thirty minutes to an hour, everyday. Otherwise, they become so cranky - barking and barking. Which reminds me, I have to get a new cage so I could separate them already. Okeydokey.

My work here is done... at least for tonight.. =)

Holy Week, Manila Ocean Park etc.

I have been offline the past days, not because I intended to but because internet cables were busted and I didn't fix it till today. Well, it was the Holy Week and taking time off from cyberspace was a good thing to give up, sort of fasting which Catholics do during the Lenten Season.

So what has happened those past days? For one, my nephew, Nirro graduated from Prep and is on his way to Grade One next school year. =)

He studied nursery, kindergarten and prep at the same school I did. Back then, they only offered nursery classes. In fact, I was one of the "pioneer" students of that school ran by nuns. Needless to state, I was their first valedictorian. Hehehe. That was back then okay? =) After his graduation, we headed to Gerry's, a new branch opened in Banawe, which was within the area we live and then proceeded to Manila Ocean Park.

It was "bitin" kasi medyo maiksi yung lilibutin mo but I think may mga gagawin pa, like the Crab Race Area and Boat Ride Entrance. For P400 ( adult) and P350 (kids) fee, it was worth it. It's nice to see how "rich" our oceans are. Inside the place, there are interactive boards where kids could utilize touch-screen monitors and learn more information. Then there's also the fish spa which would cost you additional P100 if you wish to try it. When the fish started "biting" the dead cells off your feet, it felt ticklish that after awhile I took my feet out! hahaha. But my nephew "braved" those fish bites and finished the whole 20-minute session with them.

Maundy Thursday and Good Friday I spent with my nephew (as he slept here) and other nieces (daughters ng cousin ko). As usual, they're favorite hang out was my room. My TV was on all day, either showing the Cartoon Network channel or DVDs of Disney Cartoons. And then, they endlessly played computer games as well. The younger ones jumped up and down the bed it nearly broke! hahaha and early afternoons during those days, they pet the puppies PICHU and MOTOMBO with me. By the way, we managed to make them watch the Seven Last Words movie shown on TV and surprisingly, they sat still and attentively watched. Hmmmnnn, it was a spiritual week for them, too you know. =)

Sunday was of of course Church Day and it seemed to me, more people went to mass. Perhaps some people do go to mass only during special events.

There's another thing pala that happened this past week. A "crazy" neighbor went to our house and literally picked a fight with us! Will do away with details but suffice it to say that because of her actions ( she's one of the tenants here in our compound), proper notice was served informing them to leave the premises within a month. WHat took place was really odd as she had all this wild story accusing me and my cousins of weird stuff we never did. In fact, we don't even see her much less know her until she went to our house asking for everyone living in our home and then started telling this wild story. True enough, she's a little "deranged" that's why she had to go. Tsktsktsk. That caused quite a stir around the household and some neighbors. But after ahwile, we did just laugh about it. But then again, she really has to leave as she might cause more trouble, kasi nga even among the other neighbors kasi she was picking fights na in the past days. Kaya ayun, baka ano pa maisip gawin. =(

Starting Monday, I have been and will be busy. Basta busy. Official and household stuff. I want to leave the city nga muna eh. Breaktime kumbaga. Hmmmnnnn.....

just feeling a little vain...

Unexpected Endeavors

Where does my INNER COMPASS point? Apparently, it points to unexpected endeavors, according to Tickle.com. =)

Read on.

"Checking out a new art exhibit, catching a baseball game, or just picnicking in the park — who knows where you'll find yourself next? You are an adventurer in the truest sense — spontaneous and flexible with a passion for trying new places and things.

With your easygoing nature, you are the quintessential road tripper. No maps, no plan, no timelines. You'd rather let the road take you wherever it may lead. North, south, east, or west — your inner compass has no limits. So give it a spin and let it decide where your next adventure will be!"