Primary – September 15

“Enthusiasm for a cause sometimes warps judgment.” -William Howard Taft, the 27th president of the United States, who was born on this date in 1857. Write about a time you were too enthusiastic about something to make a good decision.

Primary – September 14

Author Robert McCloskey was born on this day in 1914. If you could live anywhere you wanted, where would that be any why?

Primary – September 13

Emily Jenkins was born on this date in 1967. One of her books is The Little Bit Scary People. Write about a time you were scared of someone or something because you’d never experienced it before.

Primary – September 12

“A home is not a mere transient shelter: its essence lies in the personalities of the people who live in it.” -HL Mencken, born on this date in 1880. What makes your house a home?

Primary – September 11

Describe how you would feel if your best friend never came to school again.

Primary – September 10

“The most erroneous stories are those we think we know best — and therefore never scrutinize or question.” -Stephen Jay Gould, born on this date in 1941. Write 10 questions you should ask about whether your favorite story is true.

Primary – September 9

On this date in 1956, Elvis Presley appeared on a national TV show for the first time. How would you explain to an adult who doesn’t like your music choices why you like them?

Primary – September 8

Explain why you agree or disagree with the idea that honesty is the best policy.