April Fool's Day

Today is April Fool's Day. Would you rather play a joke on someone or have a joke played on you? Explain.

Talk Show Interview?

Pretend that you are a Radio Talk Show Host. Name one person you would most like to interview. What is the most important question you would ask?

Favorite Song?

Music can be relaxing and bring back good memories. What are some of your favorite songs (or favorite song) and how do they make you feel?

Elena

All of the characters in the themeOne Land Many Trails demonstrate courage and determination. Compare Elena's courage to that of Slow, Grace McCance, or Bob Lemmons.

Use a "quote" from the story to demonstrate an event where Elena was courageous.

Pulling Pranks?

April Fool's Day is rapidly approaching. Do you feel that students should be able to play jokes or pull pranks at school on this day? Explain.

Invisible?

Pretend that you can put on a special coat and become invisible. Where would you go, and what would you do?

Monster in the Closet

Imagine that during a sleepover your friend tells you that he/she is scared because he/she thinks there is a monster in his/her closet. What would you do to help calm him/her down?

Black Cowboy Wild Horses

Do you agree with Bob's reason for letting the rattlesnake go after it killed the colt? Why or why not? Use a "quote" from the story to support your response.

Stranded on a Desert Island?

If you and your family were stranded on a desert island, list 3 things you would want to have that do not require electricity.

Weekend News

Weekends are a wonderful time to spend outdoors, with family, or just relaxing with a good book. What would you like to share with us about this past weekend?

Thinking Back

Think of a book that you enjoyed when you were younger. What was it called, and why did you enjoy it?

Most Awkward Moment?

Describe your most awkward moment, and how you felt at that time. Also, how have your feelings about that moment changed now that you are older?

Green Touch

Imagine that you wake up and discover that everything you touch turns green. Write about what happens next.

Live Forever?

A lot of people think it would be cool to never age and live forever. What do you think? Would you want to live forever? If so, what age would you "freeze" the aging process at?

Pioneer Girl

What do you think would have been the best and worst things about being a child in a homesteading family? Explain your answer with a "quote" from the reading selection.

Any Age?

If you could fast forward or rewind to any age, what age would you be? Explain with a minimum of two sentences.

Magic Seeds

Imagine that you found a package of magic seeds and could grow anything you wish. What would you grow? Explain.

Million Dollar Race

Imagine that you are in a race for a million dollars. In the middle of the race, your friend falls and breaks her ankle. Do you continue on in the race, leaving your friend behind, or do you stop to help? Explain.

A Boy Called Slow

What childhood actions and character traits were clues that Slow might grow up to be a great warrior and leader? Use a "quote" from the story to support your response.

Qualities of a Friend

Use a minimum of two sentences to describe the qualities you look for in a friend. Don't just say "A friend is someone who is nice." Be sure to explain what those qualities look like.

Change One Thing?

Imagine that you could travel back in time and change one thing in your life. What would you change and why?

Weekend Plans?

Fridays are a special day because we all get to look forward to the weekend. Tell us about something you are looking forward to this weekend. Be sure to explain WHY you are looking forward to this event.

What Makes you Happy?

Think about what makes you happier than anything else in the world. Describe how others can join in and be happy too.

Life without the Telephone?

Alexander Graham Bell was born on March 3, 1847. Write two sentences about what your life would be like without the telephone. This means no cell phones, or phones in your home.

Dear Mr. Henshaw

What does Leigh's behavior at the luncheon tell you about him? Use a "quote" from the story to support your response.

Persuasive Essay Topics?

This week you get to choose the topic for your persuasive essay and write 4 paragraphs supporting your side on the topic. What topic would you choose, and why is it important to you?

Hint: Think of the "Debate of the Week" from Scholastic News.