1. Writing Prompts
10/03/16 – 10/07/16

2. October 3
SOS was designated as the international distress code in This distress code is made using Morse code. Create your own type of code system that would allow you to share secret messages

3. October 4
On this day in 1957, Sputnik I, the first space vehicle was launched. Would you like to travel into space? If yes, explain what you would like to explore. If no, explain why you would want to keep yourself on earth.

4. October 5
The founder of McDonald's was born on this day in There is always a lot of discussion surrounding the unhealthy aspects of fast food restaurants. Write a argument persuading someone not to eat fast food

5. October 6
On this day in 1889, Thomas Edison showed the 1st motion picture using a Kinetoscope he had invented. Some people may argue that this was one of the most important inventions in history. What do you think was the most important invention ever and why?

6. October 7
In 1986, the rose became the U.S. National Flower.  Do you think this was a good choice for our country?  Would you have picked a different flower?  Why?