Which school break do you believe is the best? Support your answer with reasons.

Should schools allow children to have more time at recess? Support your answer with reasons.

Should children be allowed to bring electronic devices to school? Support your answer with reasons.

What  do you think is the best thing about living in the United States of America? 

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Your school is creating a Student Wall of Fame for students who have done well in the classroom, in sports, or in the community. The principal will select students and put their names and pictures on the Wall of Fame. Write a letter to your principal about the student you think should be on the Wall of Fame. Convince the principal to select this student for the Wall of Fame.

You have seen trash on the side of the road. You want to form a student group to clean up the trash. Write a speech to convince the students at your school to join the clean-up group.

Your teacher wants your class to choose the next field trip. You can go anywhere in the world for as long as you would like. Where would you like to go? 

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Your principal is asking your class for ideas to improve the school. What change would you make to improve your school? Write a letter to convince your principal to make your change.

You have learned about many people who have made a difference in the world. You can help make the world a better place too. Think about how you could make the world safer, happier, or easier. In a report to be read to your class, explain what you could do now to improve the world or what you could do as an adult.

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Your teacher has asked the class to help third grade students learn about safety. Think about ways to stay safe at home or at school. Write a report for third grade students explaining ways to avoid accidents and stay safe. 

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