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Mrs. Murphy
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Journal Prompt - Jan 4, 2012
I am SO excited to be back with you!! It is the greatest gift I have ever received!! :-)
Below is your journal prompt for today!
Create a timeline of your Christmas break. Then chose one of these
events to write a personal narrative about. Your narrative should have
at least three paragraphs, have correct punctuation and spelling, stay on topic,
and be a fabulous recount of your vacation!
Wishing you a wonderful first day back!
God bless,
Mrs. Murphy
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Writing Prompts for the Week of Dec. 4
I hope you all had a GREAT weekend! Congratulations to our amazing track team...way to go, Lions!! You all should be so proud of yourselves!! Thank you for doing such a great job and for representing HFCS so well!!
Below are your journal prompts for the week. Remember to put focus on the traits of writing. You should be able to identify your topic and supporting details. Be sure to use a variety of words and use higher leveled vocabulary when you can...put away "tired" words and use some that might make others stop and think!!
Have a wonderful week and know that I miss you all so very, very much!
God bless,
Mrs. Murphy
Monday, Dec. 5
Free choice journal! Enjoy!!
Tuesday, Dec. 6
If you had a million dollars to do holiday shopping, but you couldn't spend anything on yourself, what would you buy for your friends and family? Explain why.
Wednesday, Dec 7
There is an old saying; "It is better to give than receive." What do you think this saying means? Is it true? Write an essay sharing your feelings about this quote.
Thursday, Dec. 8
Outside, the storm is raging. A blizzard has caused all the roads to be shut down for Christmas. Under the tree rests two tiny presents with your name on them. There is no hope now that your Grandmother will get here in time for Christmas. Will Christmas be ruined?
Friday, Dec 9
Imagine that you can receive anything you want for Christmas... but it cannot be a tangible item you can hold or see. What would you want for Christmas? Explain why.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Journal Prompts - Week of November 28
Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed a beautiful Thanksgiving holiday with your families! I miss you all so much and look forward to coming back to school soon. My mom is making steady progress, but still needs assistance. She is working hard at getting better and appreciates all the prayers you all have been offering up for her!
Below are your journal prompts for this week. Remember, that you should be developing your paragraphs completely focusing on the seven traits of writing (Ideas, Organization, Voice, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, Conventions, and Presentation). Everything you write is a reflection of you, the writer, so be sure to show everyone how amazing you are!!
Enjoy your week of writing! I will see you very soon!
God bless,
Mrs. Murphy
Describe something you did over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Tuesday, Nov. 29
Compare and contrast your two favorite desserts.
Wednesday, Nov. 30
If you could create your perfect sibling, how would describe him or her?
Thursday, Dec. 1
Write an advertisement for your favorite toy or game.
Friday, Dec. 2
Persuade your audience that it is good to save money.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Journal Prompts: Week of 11/21
I hope you all had a wonderful and fun-filled weekend! Are you looking forward to spending a wonderful holiday with your families? This week our journals will focus on being thankful. After you read your prompt for the day I want you to take a minute to really think about what the prompt is saying (or asking) before writing your response.
You have all enriched my life and I am so extremely grateful for each and everyone of you. I wish you and your families a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving!
God bless,
Mrs. Murphy
Monday, 11/21
Why is it important to have a day of thanks?
Describe the feeling of thankfulness.
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Journal Prompts - Week of 11/14
How are the best students in the world doing today? I hope you all are doing well and that you all enjoyed a nice, relaxing weekend! I miss you all and am looking forward to returning to you soon. My mom will have surgery this morning around 11:00. If you could spare her a little prayer I would really appreciate it.
Below are your journal prompts for the week. Remember to use proper punctuation when writing. Be mindful that your topic sentence is supported by relevant details. I am looking forward to reviewing your journals when I return!
Happy Writing!
Mrs. Murphy
Tuesday, November 15
In an essay, explain how disappointments can have a good side.
Wednesday, November 16
Write an essay to explain why honesty is important in a friendship.
Through the years new inventions have changed the way we live. Think about one invention that has had an impact on the way you live. Now write to explain how this invention has changed your life.
A role model is a person you look up to. Before you begin writing, think about someone you look up to. Why do you admire this person? Write a composition in which you explain to your classmates whom you admire and why you admire this person.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Journal Prompts - Week of 11/7
Dear 6A & 6B,
Happy Monday! I hope you all had a wonderful and relaxing weekend! Below are your journal prompts for this week. To find the prompt for the day scroll down and find the date. Under the date will be your prompt.
You should now be writing a minimum of two paragraphs for each prompt. Your paragraphs should be written in proper format. Your topic sentence should be followed by supporting details. Be mindful of punctuation. Sentences should begin with capital letters and should contain proper punctuation. Your spelling should be as accurate as possible. Always use your spell check if you are unsure of how to spell a word.
I look forward to reviewing your journals when I return!
Happy Writing!
Mrs. Murphy
Monday, November 7
In the United States, November is the month of elections. Why do you think it is important to vote in the elections?
Tuesday, November 8
Imagine that your school voted you to be the principal. What would you do and what changes would you make?
Wednesday, November 9
November is National Author’s Day. Who is your favorite author? Why do you like this author? What are some of your favorite books and why?
Thursday, November 10
Imagine that you had a conversation with a turkey on Facebook. Write out what you and the turkey would talk about on Facebook.
Friday, November 11
Today is a very special day. Today we honor and celebrate veterans. What is a veteran? Why would our country set aside a day to honor these men and women? What are thoughts about these special people? Do you think you will ever be a veteran?
Friday, November 11
Today is a very special day. Today we honor and celebrate veterans. What is a veteran? Why would our country set aside a day to honor these men and women? What are thoughts about these special people? Do you think you will ever be a veteran?
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