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 Tips for Teachers Bell Work - Daily Ten prompts are a great way to get the class settled down and on task. They provide consistent and meaningful time on task. Prompts Preview - May I suggest that you preview upcoming prompts on a regular basis (or post them on your classroom wall or website). This helps "prime the pump", so to speak. Pen Names - The use of creative aliases, when sharing or publishing, will help students open up and express their feelings and experiences more freely. Homework - Send your students an email with today’s Daily Ten prompt. Prompt Self-Service - Give students just the topic/title of our Daily Ten. Let them come up with their own prompt idea and respond accordingly. Daily Ten Line-up - Have five students stand up. Read one of their given responses. See if the rest of the class can guess who the “real author” is. Ghost Writers - Have students assume the identity of someone else (famous or otherwise) and answer the given prompt as they think this person would. Return to
2011 - Daily Ten Files - 2012
Archived Prompts Click on titles to read submitted responses. February 2012 Write a formal letter regarding poor (or excellent) service received.Fill in the details of a golden ticket to your “fantasy land” of choice.Describe an emergency (real or imagined) and your response.Is compromising a good, or bad idea? Share your thoughts.Should you have to clean up a mess made by someone else? Explain?What behavior from those of the opposite sex do you find least endearing.Share a personal experience, funny or not, related to the Law of Gravity.Discuss the evolution and history of household garbage disposal.How would you like to miss the next decade with a ten year nap?What’s your opinion regarding space aliens and UFO’s... real or imagined?Share an experience that supports the wisdom of this Boy Scout motto.Given a kingdom full of loyal subjects, describe your palace and rule.In your opinion, what is the best part of this All-American tradition?Write your own prescription for natural pain and stress relief.Perfect patterns are everywhere in nature. Write about your favorites.Return to January 2012 Share your favorite educational T.V. show. What has it taught you?When is it justified? Support your opinion with examples from history.Reset your body size by a factor of ten, then write your own adventure.Music has great power over the human soul. Agree, or not? Explain.An exaggerated belief concerning a category of people... your thoughts? Write about a few things in life that scare or even terrify you. Discuss the importance of expressing sincere praise and appreciation. If problems were this easily solved, what would your "search" entry be? How important is personal appearance in making (and keeping) friends?Create a "word picture" from your favorite cartoon show.Popular styles are always changing. Discuss a few of the latest trends.Write about a favorite childhood toy (in or out of the water).Long nights... short days. Share your thoughts on nature's time change?Which candy bar best fits your life and personality? Explain.Small businesses swallowed up by retail giants... good or bad? Explain.Everyone makes mistakes. Share a lesson learned... the hard way!Compose an expository paragraph detailing the human circulatory system. Discuss the key ingredients for a healthy, happy, and productive lifestyle.What would mom & dad like to see on your New Year's resolutions list?You're the star of an "out of this world" short story. Write it!Jot down a quick summary of 2011... its highs and lows.Return to December 2011 Share a favorite Christmas song. Tell how it affects your holiday spirit.What is it that makes the holiday season so special at your house.What are the lessons to be learned from the story of Scrooge?Which kind of Christmas tree do you like? Explain your preference.Not a time for unbelievers. Plead your case to the Jolly Old Elf.Share special memories from your grandmother’s house.The holidays bring “food for the gods”. Describe your favorite dishes.Does holiday shopping encourage, or hinder, the true spirit of Christmas?Would you rather be given a microscope, or a telescope? Explain.Share your thoughts on this memorable line from the Wizard of Oz.'O Microwave... 'O Microwave... What would we do without you?December is a time for table games. Write about a few of your favorites.Love it... like it... or hate it? Share your thoughts and experiences.Write about preparing and enjoying this delicious dessert. Return to Daily Ten Prompts November 2011 Which govt. programs should be saved (or not) from future budget cuts?Pick a topic from this year’s field of study and write about it.Global recognition or a private life worth millions... your choice? Explain.Take time to share a little of what you appreciate most in life.Remember/imagine a day on your favorite “wheels”. Share the experience.Think of a valued keepsake? Describe it and share the "rest of the story".What would be an appropriate way for your family to celebrate?"You reap what you sow!" How does this saying relate to school and life?Give me "Ten" on your feelings about these creepy, crawly, creatures.How do you prepare for a public performance, or sports competition?Would you rather lose your sight, or your hearing? Explain.Describe a material that you love to touch and tell how it makes you feel.Tell about a time that you, or someone you know, did something stupid.Give me Ten on this very important topic.Write about a business involving pets that you might be interested in.Describe the form and function of your home's most commonly used tools.Share a personal story of being anxious, then scared, then terrified. Write an epitaph and matching obituary for a loved one recently passed. Share your thoughts on personal choice and freedom of expression."Give Me Ten" on a memorable visit to the doctor or dentist's office.Share a creative solution (personal or observed) to a challenging problem.Return to Daily Ten Prompts October 2011 What is scary... and what is not? Share your personal opinion.How do authors and film makers prepare their audience to be frightened? "Give me Ten" on this American tradition at Halloween. Why do people enjoy being scared? Share your thoughts on this topic.Write about mischief that you have planned, committed, or observed.What does this three letter word bring to mind? How might you celebrate?Describe the view (in all directions) from directly above your school.Give me ten on this most important topic.Which traffic sign(s) best describe the parenting style in your home.Share any personal experience you have had with this American tradition.Where would you choose to go for modern day adventure and exploration?Describe a perfect way for you and a group of friends to celebrate life.Your task: possible text ads (10-15 words) for a new online business.What would be on your menu of choice? Include a sensory description.How do you feel about this Daily Ten topic?Write about something (anything) that you really, really like.Name and describe a new type of vehicle with animal characteristics.Tell about a kind act you have recently observed, performed, or received.on the topic of classroom cheating.Without making the rest of us sick, what really grosses you out?Return to Daily Ten Prompts September 2011 Write what you know (or would like to know) about your ancestors.on the hot button topic of gun control. Right, or wrong? Use your best descriptive writing to describe this sensory delight."Everything has its beauty but not everyone sees it". Your thoughts?Share the plot of a favorite book that you've read recently.Write about a noise/sound that really annoys or bothers you.skydive from a plane or rappel off a cliff? Explain.Should congress cut spending, raise taxes, or both? What's your opinion?Cooling temperatures and autumn leaves bring memories of _____?Hiking with friends you become separated from the group. What to do?Write about a mess that was yours to handle (physical or emotional).Let's talk animals, specifically their homes. Share a few of your favorites.Compose a descriptive paragraph on your favorite relative.Changing a tire is something everyone should know about. Tell us how.Share a related experience and your thoughts on controlling this emotion.How is today's work place different from that of your great-grandparents? Family vacations are supposed to be fun. Tell about one that wasn't!Describe a profession that would fit your interests and abilities perfectly. How has this event changed our world? Share your thoughts and feelings. * Visit our aStore * Life and Learning...made easy! amazon.com
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