What if…

Hi Class! Complete at least one of the following what if statements (be sure to develop your answer with several sentences):

  • What if cows gave root beer instead of milk?
  • What if it rained cats and dogs?
  • What if you could walk on walls and ceilings?
  • What if animals could talk?

Remember to answer at least one question with several sentences. Do not answer each question with a single sentence.

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A Picture Says…

Hi Class! Share your thoughts regarding the artwork below.

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Spaceships

Hi Class! This morning the space shuttle Endeavour blasted off for its final mission. Here’s a link if you want to see it or read about it. Answer at least one of the following questions with specific personal connections.

  • Would you like to explore outer space? Explain your answer.
  • Should humans be exploring outer space? Explain your answer.
  • Do you think outer space will become a tourist destination? Explain your answer. How much would you be willing to pay for your ticket?
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Fill in the Blanks

Hi Class! Complete the following sentence starters:

  • The best thing about ______ is _______.
  • The worst thing about _______ is _______.
  • If only I could _______, then I would _______.

Be sure to explain your answers. Your response should explain ‘why’.

If you are struggling with today’s topic, read several other posts and add meaningful comments.

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Ruler for a Moment

Hi Class! Suppose you had the power to change one rule at school or at home. What would you change? Explain your answer. Predict what the result(s) would be. Please write several sentences for your post.

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Your Time to Shine…

Hi Class! Today’s post is up to you. Talk about something, ask a question, share your thoughts. You must write at least five sentences. If you are asking a question, you can give your answer in order to write five sentences.

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Superpowers

Hi Class! Imagine you wake up with one, specific superpower…what would it be? Explain why you would want the superpower and what you would do with it. The superpower must be specific, so you cannot say your superpower would be the ability to do anything. Additionally, the superpower must be for good, not evil. Be memorable with your ideas, focused with your sentences, and specific with your words.

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Retelling Your Day

Hi Class! Put the retelling strategies you have learned into use right now. Retell the events of your morning up until this point. Be descriptive, use an interesting vocabulary, and include important events. A well written post will provide your audience a clear picture of your morning so far.

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Comment Time…Meaningful Posts Please

Hi Class! Today your writing task is to post comments, questions and replies to previous posts. You must add at least three new and unique (no repeats) posts. Your contribution is expected to add to the conversation or ask specific and interesting questions.

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My Most Important…

Hi Class! Tell us what is your most indispensable possession? In other words, what do you own that you could not live without? Explain why the possession is of significant importance to you (giving at least THREE REASONS). Additionally, explain how your life would change without it. Show your best writing skills please. Students deemed not to have posted a meaningful response will have a chance to rework or rewrite their response at recess and lunch.

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