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Begin a summer writing journal. Try to write in it every day.
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Visit the library. Find a nonfiction book to read. (I've always wanted to know more about.....)
Then, share your new knowledge with someone.
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Create a scavenger hunt for younger siblings or your friends. Write clever clues leading up to a fun surprise at the end
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Read a newspaper article.
Can you pick out the 5Ws.
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Write a song.
Create an original song or write new lyrics to a favorite tune.
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Make a list of your favorite and least favorite things, words, places etc. |
Find a book about collecting or observing something in nature (birds, flowers, insects, etc...). Keep a descriptive log.
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Write an acceptance speech for an imaginary award you might some day receive. |
Get the scoop!
Create a “friendship newspaper”.
Ask all your best friends to contribute something different!
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Cut out pictures from a magazine and combine them to create a story.
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Create a new recipe.
Write out the ingredients and directions for preparation. Then, make it for someone special! |
Grab some friends and write a play. Create lines for your characters, plan for costumes and even scenery. |
Play a word game such as Scrabble, Password, or Boggle, do a crossword puzzle, or check out the links below for some fun online games. |
Write a letter to a friend or relative. Be sure to mail it!
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Book into a movie!
Create a sketch of your favorite book turned into a movie.
Choose actors/actresses, create dialogue, and describe the locations of the "filming".
Create a movie poster to advertise it.
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Read the same book as a friend.
Go on a picnic and discuss!
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Visit a historical landmark in your area. Write about the experience.
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Write a letter to a character in your favorite story.
Or plan a party for the characters from your favorite book.
Make a plan and invitation. |
Create a list of things that a person can do in 2009 that couldn't be done in 1900.
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Invent a useful new
product and write slogans or an ad for it.
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On a warm summer night, sit outside (don’t forget the bug spray!) and write a poem about the night.
Use your senses to guide your writing!
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Rewrite a story you read in 6th grade for younger kids as a picture book.
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Write humorous captions for family photos.
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Make a list of ways to save energy in your home.
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Write a letter to the editor about an issue of personal concern.
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Create a comic strip depicting a scene from your favorite book.
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Plan an imaginary trip. Make an itinerary for your week of adventure!
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Create a collage that represents who you are.
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Try to read at least 3 great books this summer. Check the links below for
some super suggestions!
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