Optimistic Lesson

WIN - October 21

​- Anne Frank

"Think of all the beauty that’s still left in and around you and be happy."​

Open Ended

In the space below, jot down your initial thoughts and reactions to both the quote and the video from this presentation. You have two minutes.

Open Ended

In your opinion, how do positive messages like the two in this presentation help you have a better outlook in life?

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When answering STAAR prompts, reflect

Consider everything you've EVER read or watched when you respond to essays. Personalizing the essays makes them better!

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STAAR Essay Example

What does a "perfect" rating look like?

This essay is a response that receive top marks! We can learn from this! The writer responded to this prompt -

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Even in difficult circumstances, some people focus on the positive aspects of life. Think carefully about this statement.

Write an essay stating your opinion on whether a person can choose to be happy.

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Open Ended

Now that you've read a top-rated STAAR response essay, reflect on what the writer did that you can add to your own essay writing processes. Define those improvements in the open-ended response here: