Today’s Prompt: Think back to all of your most memorable dreams and single out the scariest recurring dream you ever had. Write a story or poem that includes the dream.

Author’s Craft & Close Reading with Ramona by Sarah Gerkensmeyer

The Read, Write, Share Model  In this class, we will often use the “read, write, share” model.  We will read & discuss a mentor text for author’s craft  Then we’ll have a writing prompt based on that text.  Finally, we will share our work in our table groups and with the whole class (volunteer only)

Shared Inquiry (“or talking about stuff” – Simon Thomas) * Use a star for significant information, devices, and strategies you notice. ! Use an exclamation point to indicate what you feel strongly about in the article. ? Use a question mark next for parts that are confusing or next to any information that you’d like to explore further.

Ramona by Sarah Gerkensmeyer

Today’s Prompt In today’s story, the author uses unreal or surreal elements. Write a work in you use a magical or unreal element. It can be a character, setting or event, object, or even a dream.