1. November Identity Narrative : Giving Thanks for Simple Gifts
Directions: Create a page about gifts that you have been given that aren’t wrapped in packages. For example, gifts of time, patience, second chances, listening, laughter, understanding, etc. Include notes of thanks to the people that have given you each precious gift. Include a title, a border, a visual and a written section. Pre-writing will be done in your writer’s notebook.  1. On the Front– a creative title, and your name. 2. Border – a similar border to your previous pages. 3. Visual – Create pockets, flaps or envelopes for each gift. An illustration/symbol that represents your gifts should be on the outside of the pockets, flaps, or envelopes. 4. Written Section – Notes of thanks to the people who have given you the simple gifts. Each note must include a salutation, a body explaining the gift and why you are thankful, and a closing with a signature. These heartfelt thank you notes are to be placed in or under the pockets, flaps, or envelopes you have designed. - You must include at least TWO gifts on your portfolio page.

2. Requirements for Writing Notes:
Salutation – address the person to who are writing
Body/Content – one to three paragraphs explaining the gift they have given you, why it is important to you, and why you are thankful
(Length – no less than a paragraph (8-10 sentences)
(Number of Notes – at least TWO)
Closing/Signature – sign each letter
Conventions – use proper grammar, capitalization, and punctuation
Rough draft of each letter must be in your writer’s notebook.
Notes can not be written in pencil.