1. Writing Prompts
1/29/17 – 2/02/17

2. January 29
Today is “National Puzzle Day.”  What is your favorite type of puzzle to solve and why?

3. January 30
On January 30, 1882, the 32nd President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, was born. Would you ever want to be president of the United States? Explain why or why not?

4. January 31
On this day in 1919, baseball great Jackie Robinson was born.  What do you think it takes to be a great athlete?  Write about the characteristics and qualities it takes for someone to reach a level of greatness in a sport.

5. February 1
Today is “National Freedom Day.”  In your own words, what does it mean to be free?

6. February 2
Today is “Ground Hog Day.”  If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, that means we are in for six more weeks of winter.  If Phil does not see his shadow, we will have an early spring.  Make your own prediction about what Phil will, or won’t, see.  Be sure to explain your prediction.