Secondary – September 4

Richard Wright was born on this date in 1908. Explain why you think an author should or should not censor his or her own stories if they reinforce a negative stereotype about that writer’s demographic group.

Primary – September 4

Historical novelist Mary Renault was born on this date in 1905. Explain why you think people should learn about history from story books or from history books.

Secondary – September 3

The new USA and Great Britain signed the Treaty of Paris on this date in 1783, officially ending the American Revolutionary War. Describe what you most look forward to when you think about your independence.

Primary – September 3

Prudence Crandall was born on this date in 1803. She is considered the first teacher to teach a classroom that integrated Black and White students. Describe what you’d like to be remembered for being the first person to do.

Secondary – September 2

The Great Fire of London began in Thomas Farriner ‘s bakery on Pudding Lane on this date in 1666. It burned more than 13,000 houses and 85 churches before it ended four days later. Describe the one item you’d take from your house if it were threatened by fire.

Primary – September 2

If you could learn the answer to any question in the world, what would you ask?

Secondary – September 1

“The threat or fear of violence should not become an excuse or justification for restricting freedom of speech.” -Alan Dershowitz, born on this date in 1938. Think of an example that proves Dershowitz is wrong and use it to argue that he is right.

Primary – September 1

“The place to improve the world is first in one’s own heart and head and hands, and then work outward from there.” -Robert Pirsig, born on this date in 1928. Tell a story what’s in your heart and head and hands today.