1. Writing Prompts
5/21/17 – 5/25/17

2. May 21
On this day in 1881, the American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton.  The Red Cross provides aide to people and communities in times of need.  Describe a time when you helped someone

3. May 22
On this day in 1803 the first public library in the United States opened its doors. Why do you think our public libraries and other public services are so important?

4. May 23
Today is "Penny Day." Many people believe that if you find a penny face up, it might be lucky and you should pick it up. They also believe if you find a penny face down, you should leave it on the ground. What are your thoughts? Do you think there is such a thing as a "lucky penny?"

5. May 24
On May 24, 1844, the first Morse Code message was sent from Washington, D.C. to Baltimore. Have you ever used a secret code to talk to your friends? If not, would you ever use a secret code?

6. May 25
May is “National Bike Month.”  If you could create a bicycle path through your neighborhood or town, where would the path lead?  Include a description of the sites and sounds someone would see along your bike path.  You may also want to include a map of your path.