The year is almost over! Reflect back over this past year, and write about the best thing that happened in fourth grade. Make sure to write at least 5 sentences about it!

We've been working on poetry in class. Take a few minutes to compose a poem about something related to this school year. It can be about things we've learned, different events we've done, how you've grown as a person, etc. It can be any style of poem, at least five lines long, and does not have to rhyme (although it can if you want). Good luck and have fun with this!

The last Monday of May is Memorial Day in the United States. On this day, Americans remember and honor the brave men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. Military.
What makes someone a hero? Write a paragraph explaining what a hero is to you and how an individual becomes a hero. 

We had a great day at Biztown. You got to be adults with real jobs, breaks, and the ability to shop where you wanted. In at least five sentences, write a letter to next year's fourth graders about BizTown. Explain what BizTown is, give them advice, tell them what you liked best, what you learned, etc.

We just celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday. Use the topic sentence, "My mom is the best mom in the world," and write a persuasive paragraph convincing us why that is true.

Let's try this again...Write a small STORY about ONE small event that happened over spring break. Don't tell me about your entire break. Pick ONE thing that happened and write an interesting (true) STORY about it. Your story must be at least five sentences, but can be longer if you choose. 
*SHOW, don't tell. Include dialogue and great descriptions!

Write a small story about ONE small event that happened over spring break. Don't tell me about an entire trip. Pick ONE thing that happened and write an interesting (true) story about it. Your story must be at least five sentences, but can be longer if you choose.

April Fools' Day is observed on April 1 and is sometimes referred to as All Fools' Day. On this day, people play harmless pranks on others or try to get them to believe ridiculous things.


Write about the best April Fools' Day joke that you have played on someone, or write about a joke you would like to play on someone. (Remember that your joke must be safe and not hurt anyone's feelings, and you must write at least 5 sentences.)

If you could create a new state law, what would it be? Why would it be a good law?

Your answer will not count if you choose something that is silly and would be impossible to make as a law. Please thoughtfully think of something that could be changed in Washington and give your reasons why it would be a great law to have. Remember to include at least five sentences.

Winter is nearly over! March 20th is the first day of spring!

Write a persuasive paragraph (at least five sentences) about which season you think is the best season. Be sure to include details and reasons WHY the season you chose is the best.

As you know, the Iditarod started yesterday in Alaska. Remember you can check your musher's standings here: http://iditarod.com/race/2013/standings/ and learn more about the Iditarod here: http://iditarod.com/.

Read Across America Day is celebrated on March 2 and it is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that celebrates the importance of reading. This date was chosen to coincide with the birthday of a famous children’s author, Dr. Seuss. Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time.

In honor of Read Across America Day, Mrs. Kline has planned all sorts of fun activities for us on Friday (including a special visit from author, Kim Baker).

In your response, explain why it is important to read. How is reading helpful, how can it be fun, why do we learn to read? What is a favorite book you've read lately? Why did you enjoy it?

*Remember to respond with at least five COMPLETE sentences, correct spelling, and grammar!

What is love? How do you know someone loves you? What's a specific example you've seen of love?

Please write five thoughtful sentences about love and examples of love you've seen. Remember to use complete sentences and proper spelling and grammar.

In recognition of the great contributions that inventors have made to the world, National Inventors Day is celebrated on February 11. This date was chosen because Thomas Edison was born on February 11, 1847. Thomas Edison was an American inventor, scientist, and businessman and is known as one of the most prolific inventors of all time. Edison invented more than 1,200 items, including the light bulb and phonograph.

What do you think is the most important invention of all time? Why? (Remember to write at least 5 thoughtful sentences.)

We are officially halfway through the school year. Reflect back on the first 90 days of school. What were some of your favorite moments? What's been the most challenging? What are you most looking forward to for the next 90 days?

In class we've been learning tons of great words from our book, The Candy Shop War. Please use the following five words in sentences. You may write a whole paragraph or five separate sentences.

*If you can't remember what they mean, look them up.

• retaliation
• traverse
• eccentric
• incredulous
• solemn

Every single one is unique and special it its own way. 

Describe how your family is special and unique. Please write at least 5 thoughtful sentences.

Think about 2012. When 2012 started, you were in 3rd grade. How have you grown this year? What have you gotten better at? What were some of your favorite things that happened in 2012?

Remember to write at least 5 sentences and to use proper grammar and punctuation.