We are currently reading Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Auggie has a very different life because he was born with facial deformities. We're learning he is a normal fifth grader but he doesn't always get treated like one.

How do you think your life would be different if you were like Auggie?
*Remember to write at least 5 sentences, include punctuation, capitals, and proper grammar.

Be as creative as you want, using "It was a dark and stormy night" as the start of your Halloween paragraph! It can be silly, creepy, weird, or anything else you think of! Have fun!

(Remember to use the same rules we have in class with capitals, punctuation, and spelling.)

Dictionary Day is celebrated on October 16 in honor of Noah Webster. The objective of this day is to emphasize the importance of dictionary skills and to improve your vocabulary. Find 5 words in the dictionary that you are unfamiliar with and write their definitions. Then, write a sentence using each of these 5 new words that you learned!

*In your comment, be sure to include the word, definition, and your sentence for all 5 words.

Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October in the United States. This holiday commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492.

Pretend that you are an explorer and want to take an expedition to an unknown land. You will need money to finance your adventure. Write a letter to a king, queen, president, or a wealthy person to ask for help to finance your adventure.

*It must be in letter format and be at least 5 sentences long. Remember correct spelling, punctuation, and capitals.

October is Nation Book Month. The purpose of National Book Month is to encourage readers of all ages to enjoy books.


What is a book that you recommend that other children your age should read during National Book Month? Explain why this is one of your favorite books.   *Be sure to use proper grammar, capitals, punctuation, and AT LEAST 5 SENTENCES!

World Peace Day is celebrated every September 21st, and is observed by many nations all around the world. This day is dedicated to peace! What does the word peace mean to you? Do you think world peace is ever possible? What needs to happen for there to be world peace?

Remember to use your best writing with complete sentences, capitals, and punctuation.

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Welcome to fourth grade! It was so fun getting to know you today!
I can't wait to get to know you more. Introduce yourself by commenting and tell me one of the favorite things you did this summer!

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