AHA

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AHA!!!!!!!

• TAKS Writing Prompt
• I can do it!

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AHA!!!

• Create a circle map listing all of the
  things/topics that you have a passion or know a
  great deal.
• Select one that just stands out above the others.
  
• NOW THE AHA!!!

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AHA!!!

• YOU CAN WRITE ANY TAKS PROMPT USING THAT
  TOPIC!!!!!!
• Think about it.. What is the biggest problem for
  students on the TAKS Writing test. Coming up
  with something to write about right
• NOW you have it BEFORE you go into the test!
  Not convinced

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AHA!!!!

• Lets try.
• Write a composition about..
• Trying to do something you thought was difficult.
• A time when something unexpected happened.
• About how your surroundings can effect your life.

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AHA!!!

• Did it work?????
• Now lets try some that you will share with your
  classmates.

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AHA!!!

• 1st Period
• Write a composition about
• A situation in your life that you are glad that
  you experienced.
• What you admire the most in your best friend
• Why it is important to always be honest
• What a perfect day would be like for you
• Something that you possess and value very much.

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AHA!!!!

• 2nd Period
• Write a composition about
• How wise decisions can help you throughout life
• The best advice you have ever received
• Someone who has made a favorable impression on
  you
• A goal that you have set for yourself.
• How you showed someone compassion through your
  kindness.

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AHA!!!

• 4th Period
• Write a composition about
• An event in your life that you will always
  remember.
• A situation in which you were very proud of
  yourself
• How someone has encouraged you to do your best
• A situation in which you showed great strength of
  courage
• A time you received something unexpected which
  made you feel happy.

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AHA!!!

• 5TH Period
• Write a composition about
• The time you observed a situation that made you
  think seriously about something.
• A time you felt really talented in some way
• Why it is important to show respect to those who
  care for you
• Some things you do for others that make you feel
  good about yourself
• Good advise that you did not take and wish that
  you had

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AHA!!!

• OK.. Now you have come up with ideas for five
  prompts! WAY TO GO!!!
• We are going to move around the room and write
  your ideas on the different prompts for your
  class.
• These will be shared with other classes to help
  them.