Portfolio of Fundamental English Writing

Submission 4
Name : Julio Michell Najoan
NIM : 210911020197
Class : A

Mon.Sept 13,2021

Journal: today I woke up at 8 and didn't forget to hydrate with a glass of water. Because my class is
this afternoon,I do chores. After that I immediately take a shower and get dressed. Before class I
have lunch, and it's time for my class to start at 2 pm. After class I make homework until the evening.
Usually I make assignments while listening music.
Reading log:

Title: Mulan Story Author: Robert D.San Souci Pages: 1-17

Story: Mulan always knew that she was more than what her reflection showed. Like a rare,beautiful
flower that blossoms in the face of adversity.
My opinion: in my opinion the story of this book very interesting than the movies
Vocabulary: Give(v) provide someone with something They expect you to give yourself to the job
completely

Collocation: give someone something give something to someone

Word family: Adj:given Noun:giving

Tue.Sept 14,2021
Journal:
-stay hydrated (8 glass of water) -grateful
-clean up my room -exercise
-be active,if only for a few minutes -have a positive impact on another person,even a small one
-learn something new that useful -making task while listening music
Reading log:
Title: Peter Pan Author: J.M Barrie Pages: 1-18

Story:a free spirited and mischievous young boy who can fly and never grows up,he spends his never
ending childhood having adventures on the mythical island of Neverland as the leader of the lost
boy.

My opinion: actually this book is my favorite one when I was a little even until now I likes this book
because the characters are very interesting and very motivated Vocabulary: Interest (n) a feeling
wanting to know about or take part in something
Collocation: interest in take an interest
Word family: Noun: interest Adj: interesting
Wed.Sept 15,2021
Journal:
Things to remember:
-you are important and matter -you are so loved
-your mistakes don’t define you -it’s okay to ask for help
-you’re allow to say no -your wants and needs are valid
-productivity doesn’t define your worth -your boundaries are important and worth respect

Reading log:
Title: Little Black Sambo Author: Helen Bannerman Pages: 1-19

Story: a south Indian boy with dark skin that encounters four hungry tigers,and he surrenders is his
colourful new clothes,shoes,and umbrella so that they will not eat him.They have massive argument
and chase each other around a tree
My opinion: I think it’s pretty harmless and doesn’t denigrate
Vocabulary: Deep (adj) going a long way down from the top or surface The river is quite deep here
Collocation: deep inside deep in

Thur.Sept 16,2021
Journal:
Things i should stop doing to myself:
-stop negative self-talk -stop comparing myself to others
-stop wasting time on social media -stop being angry with myself
-stop being around toxic people -stop letting fear control my life

Reading log:
Title: The Elves and Shoemaker Author: Jacob Grim Pages: 1-17

Story: a poor shoemaker who receives much-needed help for three young helpful elves
My opinion: Great story which tells good behaviour for children
Vocabulary: Bad (adj) not fair,acceptable or reasonable
Mon.Sept 20,2021
Journal: I need : Rest/relaxation:
-take a nap -listen to music
-sit in the sun -apply face mask
-take a bath -watch comedy movies
Reading log:
Title: Little Red Riding Hood Author: JW Smith Pages: 1-15
Story: about a young girl and a big bad wolf
My opinion: This book is awesome and great for little children when i was a little girl my mom used
to say to me and i imagine it, right now i know the full story by heart. This one of the best book that I
read when I was a kid
Vocabulary: Story (n) something that are people talking about. The film is the story of their
friendship

Tue.Sept 21,2021
Journal:
Life grows me I might have gone through a lot that makes me believe that my life will always be
difficult. But i’ve been through it,i managed to do so and somehow it has shaped me into the person
i’ve become today.Life doesn’t always get easier but it gets better. The more i go through life,the
more i will also grow through life

Reading log:
Title: The Lottery Author: Shirley Jackson Pages:1-12
Story: The story describes a fictional small town in the contemporary United States, which observes
an annual rite known as "the lottery", in which a member of the community is selected by chance.
My opinion: This book is quite an interesting one
Vocabulary : Reason (n) a good or clear cause for doing something or thinking something .
Wed.Sept 22 2021
Journal: Things i’m still learning:
-taking a break doesn’t mean i’m a failure
-struggling doesn’t mean i’m failing
-growth can still be found in stillness
-not giving my mind time and space to recharge is unproductive
-it’s important to be patient with myself while i adjust and adapt to new things
-comfy clothes make uncomfortable times more comfortable
Reading log:
Title: The Light Princess Author: George Donald Pages: 1-12

Story: It is the story of a young girl, the daughter of the King, who at her christening is cursed to have
no gravity by the uninvited Princess Makemnoit, sister to the King and a spiteful and bitter woman.
My opinion: It was okay,but the story romance didn't appeal to me
Vocabulary: Allow (v) give permission,give someone opportunity,provide enough for something.

Thur.Sept 23,2021
Journal:
Love yourself Never make mistake of failing to love yourself before loving someone else because if
you don’t love yourself,how will you love them? To love yourself means to invest in your personal
growth to work on being the best version of you. Physically,mentally,spiritually,and emotionally. You
become a seed which you,yourself

Reading log:
Title: Dubliners Author: James Joys Pages: 1-15

Story: The stories comprise a naturalistic depiction of Irish middle class life in and around Dublin in
the early years of the 20th century.

My opinion: Arguably the best book I have ever read.

Vocabulary: Prove (v) to provide evidence that show that something is true.