The year is almost over! Reflect back over this past year, and write out a "Top 10" list of what your favorite things about 4th grade were!

We just celebrated Mother's Day on May 13th. Use the topic sentence, "My mom is the best mom in the world," and write a persuasive paragraph convincing us why that is true.

Write a small seed 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.)

What are you looking forward to learning about during our BizTown unit? What questions do you still have about BizTown? Based on the information you've learned about BizTown so far, what are you most looking forward to when we go on our field trip?

Remember, your response needs to be at least five sentences.

Snow is still in the forecast, but 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.

One of Einstein's famous quotes is, "Imagination is more important than knowledge." What do you think he meant by that? Do you think it's true? Why or why not? (remember to write at least 5 thoughtful sentences!

In class today, we disucssed how scientists sent Laika, a stray dog, into space to test the effects it would have on her and to see what improvements needed to be made before we could send humans into space. Scientists often test things on animals to make sure they are safe for humans. Do you think it is right to test things that might hurt people using animals?

Please write at least five sentences with reasons and any evidence you can think of to support your answer.

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.

Write a letter to a kindergardener explaining why it is important to learn how to read.

Valentine's Day is all about love and friendship, and showing your friends and family about how much you care for them!

What are the qualities of a good friend? (remember to write at least 5 thoughtful sentences and only post your first name when you post)

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)

Black History Month is celebrated in February in the United States. Since 1976, Black History Month has been celebrated annually in recognition of the achievements made by black Americans and the important role of African Americans in U.S. history.

Choose a famous African American to research and write a biography about this person. You need to pick someone that nobody else has written about, so make sure to take a look at who has already been posted about. Remember, you need to write at least 5 thoughtful sentences.

Snowflakes are like families;
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.

Will your family be celebrating any holidays over Winter Break- like Christmas, New Years, or Hanukkah? Pick your favorite holiday that you celebrate and write about what your family's traditions are.

(If you don't celebrate any winter holidays, you can write about what you will be doing over Winter Break)

Walter Elias Disney was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, Illinois. When Walt Disney first opened Disneyland, it consisted of five themed areas:

1. Main Street, U.S.A. (an early 20th century Midwest town based on Walt Disney's childhood)
2. Adventureland (featuring jungle themed adventures)
3. Frontierland (illustrating the western frontier)
4. Fantasyland (bringing fantasy into a reality)
5. Tomorrowland (looking into the future)

Pretend that you worked for Walt Disney in 1955 and write an idea for a 6th themed area for Disneyland. Describe the theme for this area and the rides and buildings that would be included in this new area of Disneyland.

OR, if you really can't think of anything you have done that is brave, write about what bravery means to you and tell a story about someone else who did something truly brave.

Happy Thanksgiving! Write a thoughtful paragraph about what you are thankful for.

The 3rd week of November is Geography Awareness Week, which was established in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan. The goal of this week is to promote geographic education in schools.

Where in the world would you most like to visit and/or live? Explain why you would like to visit or live in this place, how far away it is from where you live, and how you would get to this place.

Veterans Day is an annual American holiday honoring the men and women who have served our country in the military. It is usually celebrated on November 11th, and this year it will be 11-11-11! Write a letter to a veteran thanking him or her for their service (it can just say "Dear Veteran," or to someone specific if you know a real veteran).