Warm-Up: Engaging Openings Please work on the handout that says “Engaging Openings: Hook your Reader.” There are 7 types of hooks you can use in your writing. Skim through the examples and then work on the back section.
Name Piece Your name is unique to you and every name has a story. As we read through examples, annotate – Underline sensory details Circle and identify figurative language Star interesting lines that you would like to use in your writing Pay attention to the types of hooks
Name Piece Brainstorm using the handout Make sure you work on your hook. Talk to your parents/family members if you need information. Consider doing research on your name – google the history, the meaning, the origin, the statistics, etc. Write your rough draft – around one page, using sensory details, figurative language, etc.