1. 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.

2. 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

3. 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.