1. Writing Prompts
2/05/17 – 2/09/17

2. February 05
February 5th is “Disaster Day.”  Over the past several years, think about the natural disasters that have taken place in your area, in your state, in your country, and around the world.  What do you think has been the greatest natural disaster and why?

3. February 6
On February 6, 1895, Babe Ruth was born.  Many people consider Babe Ruth to be the “Best Baseball Player Ever.”  What is something that you hope people would someday remember you by as the “Best Ever?”  

4. February 7
On February 7, 1812, author Charles Dickens was born.  During interviews later in his life, Dickens mentioned that memories from his childhood helped him create his fictional stories.  What are some memories of your childhood that could someday be turned into great works of fiction?

5. February 8
On February 8, 1910, the Boy Scouts organization was founded.  Clubs and organizations are a great way to learn important skills.  What types of clubs and/or organizations do you belong to?  What are some of the skills that you have learned?  If you don’t belong to one, which club would you like to join?

6. February 9
On this day in 1894, Hershey’s Chocolate Company was founded.  If the President of Hershey’s asked you to create a new Hershey candy product, what would that product be?  Don’t forget to include the ingredients, the candy’s name, and the type of packaging your new product.