Mother's Day- Homework

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.

Spring Break Story- Take 2 (Homework)

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!

Spring Break Story- Homework

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 Fool's Day- Homework

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.)

New State Law- Homework

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.

Seasons- Homework


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.

Iditarod- Homework


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/.

PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) thinks the Iditarod is cruel punishment for the dogs, however many people think that the Iditarod is a dream come true for dogs. Which side do you agree with and WHY?

*Bonus question: Would you want to participate in the Iditarod? Why or why not?