Assigned:  November 2, 2001

Due:  November 30, 2001

Dear Families,
    We are assigning a writing project where we ask students to think of reasons to be thankful.  Students should complete the organizer on the back of the paper before they begin writing.  While the assignment asks for one complete paragraph, students may write more.  Writing assignments are due on November 30.  Please contact your child's homeroom teacher if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Sincerely,
Team IV Teachers

-    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -

    Thanksgiving Day will be here soon.  In November, we
think about all of the reasons that we are thankful.  It is always
nice to share what we are thankful for with those that are
special to us.  Think about three specific reasons to be thankful.
What are they?

    Before you begin writing, think about why you are
thankful for these three things.  Then write one paragraph that
includes a topic sentence, three reasons to be thankful with
supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

    Since adults will be reading this, be sure to check for
capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage.  Also, make
sure to Develop your reasons, Organize your ideas, attend to
your Audience, and use a variety of Language.

Rubric
+6    Development
            Topic Sentence
            Three details
            Support for details

+6    Organization
            Beginning, Middle, End

+3    Audience
            Addresses an adult audience

+3    Language
            Uses transition words
            Variety of sentences and language

Form:                Paragraph
Audience:          Adults
Topic:                Reasons to be Thankful
Purpose:            Writing to Express Personal Ideas