1st 9 Weeks
1st 9 Weeks Journal Entries
Friday, August 19
Write a narrative in which a character finds a magical ring in a cereal box.
Friday, August 26
Write a narrative that begins with this sentence: "As the bus drove away, I realized I had gotten off at the wrong stop!"
Friday, September 2
Write a narrative that takes place on an island.
Friday, September 9
Write a personal narrative (a story about yourself). It can be about a memorable moment in your life such as a special birthday, an outing with friends or family, or a time when you received an award.
Friday, September 16
Write a narrative in which you have lunch with your favorite celebrity. This can be a musician, athlete, movie start, etc.
Friday, September 30
Write a short story in the form of a rhyming poem (at least 12 lines).
2nd Nine Weeks
2nd 9 Weeks Journals
#1: What do you want to be when you grow up and why? Give reasons to support your choice.
#2: If you could choose anyone to honor with a postage stamp, who would it be and why? Give reasons/details to support your choice.
#3: Write about your favorite kind of music and explain why it's your favorite by giving examples and details.
#4: If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? Give details and reasons to support your choice.
#5: Think about one invention that has had an impact on the way you live. Explain how it has changed your life by giving details and examples.
#6: If you could change one thing to make the world a better place, what would it be and why? Give several reasons why it is the most important thing to change to make the world a better place.
3rd Nine Weeks
3rd 9 Weeks Journal Entries
Journal #1, January 6
