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All About Me

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The Holidays
New Year 
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 Valentine's
Caution Advisory 
If you came to school with a warning label, what would it say, and why?
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Spoiled Rotten
Write about a time when your behavior was "less than perfect".
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Data Processing
Everyone has a different style of learning. What works for you? Explain. 
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Misjudged
Ever been blamed for something you didn’t do? Share your feelings. 

​Books, Movies and Me
Write about a few books and movies that you've enjoyed and would recommend to others.
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Kids Gone Wild
Write about a mess that you were a part of and the trouble it caused. 

Family Tree
What do you know, or would like to know, about your family ancestors? 

Favorite Things
Write about something (anything) that you really, really like to see or do. 
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Funny Classroom Memory
​Share a funny educational experience involving a classmate or teacher. 
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Gold Medal Mom... Dad... Grandparent!
Describe a parent's Olympic performance in your own personal life. 

Stress Busters
What is it that helps reduce your anxiety level when things get crazy?

The Whipping Boy
Which role best fits your life experience, Prince Brat or the Whipping Boy.

Maybe Later
Write about a time when procrastination got you into a heap of trouble.
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Healthy Lifestyle
How do you measure up? What changes are needed for you to feel better.
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Peer Tutuoring
Share an experience you've had helping another person learn. 
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Boogie Down
Love, hate, or simply endure it, what are your thoughts on dancing?
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Story Time
Share a favorite childhood bedtime story, and the memories it holds.
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​Table Games
Write about a few of your favorites, and the memories from playing them.
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No Place Like Home
Share your thoughts on this memorable line from the Wizard of Oz. 
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Family Traditions
What is it that makes the holiday season so special at your house.

Music Maker
Share everything you know about an instrument that you really like.
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Never Give Up
Tell about a time you wanted to quit but kept on trying... and the end result.

Stop It
Share some annoying human behaviors that drive you (or others) crazy.
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Rubber Ducky
Write about a favorite toy from your childhood (in or out of the water).

​Day Dreamer
What kind of things do you think about when life, or school, gets kind of boring.
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Cartoon Sketch
Create a "word picture" from your favorite animated TV show.
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Falling Down
Share an experience, funny or not, related to the Law of Gravity.

A Natural High
Write your own prescription for feeling good in a drug free world.
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Feeling It
If someone asked you how love feels, what would be your reply?

Heart of Gold
Just a good person! Write about someone in your life who fits this description.

Keep Out
Write about a drawer, cupboard or closet that is off limits at your house? 
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In My Dreams
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Fill in the details of a golden ticket to your “fantasy land” of choice.

Close Call
Divine intervention, or dumb luck? Share a "too close for comfort" story.
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Brains vs Beauty
Would you rather be known as super smart, or very good looking?
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Just Goofing Off
Ever used this common excuse for your stupid behavior? Please share.

Rural vs Urban
City life or country living? Which is your opinion is better... and why?
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Mean Cuisine
Give a sensory description of the most awful meal that you have ever eaten.
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Arts Appreciation
Explain why you think "The Arts" should (or should not) be taught in schools.

Friends Forever
Write about your friends. Discuss the defining characteristics of strong and lasting relationships.

I Can Fix That
What kind of repair technician do you think you would like to be? Explain.

Make A Wish
Given six months to live, what life-long dream would you like fulfilled.
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Google Genie
What three questions would you like answered. Explain your choices and thinking.
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I Quit
Write about a time when you gave up and didn’t finish a job or task.
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Nature Hike
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Describe in detail the flora and fauna in the place you call home.

Egg-Cellent
What's your preferred method of cooking eggs for breakfast?

Body Image
Like to change something about your appearance? Write about it.
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​Change Up
Write about the last time you experienced something new and different.
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Happy Day
Share and describe a few of your favorite birthday party celebrations.

Boiling Mad
Write about the last time that you go really, really angry. What happened?
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Mm Mm Good
Describe your favorite soup. What are the ingredients that make it so tasty.
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Night Games
Moonlit fun with friends and family. Share your favorite activities.
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If I Were in Charge
How would things be different if you were in total control of your life?
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​Take Me Home
Family vacations are supposed to be fun. Write about one that wasn't.


Double Dog Dare
Write about a time when peer pressure overcame common sense, and...
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Favorite Foods
What would be on your menu of choice? Include a sensory description.

Creepy Critters
How do you feel about spiders and bugs... like 'em, or not? 
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Outside the Box
Write about an experience that required (or stimulated) a lot of creative imagination.

​Fear Factor
Share a time you were anxious, then scared, then terrified, then relieved.
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Doctor Tales
Tell about a memorable visit to a doctor or dentist office.

Modern Day Explorer
Where would you choose to go for a modern day adventure / exploration?

Aromatic Memories
Describe a favorite smell. Write about the memories that it triggers.
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Pity Party
Life is not fair, or so it seems. Ever felt sorry for yourself? Share the story.
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Nature's Playground
Tell about something that you really like to do under the big blue sky.

Feeling Good
Describe something that you love to touch and tell how it makes you feel.

Personal Treasure
Think of a valued keepsake? Describe it and share the "rest of the story".
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Joy Riding
Remember a day riding your favorite “wheels”. Share the experience.
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Dunce Day
Tell about a time when you, or a friend, tried something that was really stupid.

Organization
How are you with organizational skills?  Think about your closet, drawers and room.

Pet Journal
Tell about an animal that is/was (or that you would like) part of your family.
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Personal Failure
Tell about a time when the outcome fell short of your expectations.
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Ho! Ho! Ho!
Tell about your very first encounter with the Jolly Old Elf himself.
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Get Your Game On
How do you prepare for a public performance, or sports competition?
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Life... Take Two
Ever wish that you could rewind a moment in time... Explain.

Taste of Home
What meals will be missed from mom's kitchen after leaving home?

Parental Prodding
How would life change if Mom / Dad set your New Year's resolutions. Explain.
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Watch Out
Any personal experience with not paying attention? Write about it.

Oops
Everyone makes mistakes. Share a lesson learned... the hard way! 
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Fears & Phobias
Write about a few things in everyday life that scare, or even terrify you.
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Snickers
Which treat best fits your life and personality. Explain your "sweet alias".​​

Nowhere to Hide
Tell about an embarrassing moment involving those of the opposite sex.
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It's Not Fair
Tell of a lesson you’ve learned from the "school of hard knocks".

Gender Peeves
Describe a typical boy/girl behavior that you find least endearing. Why?

Family Feud
Everyone with siblings has a war story... or two. Journal your memories.
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Doctor Love
Who would you trust more for romantic advice, a friend or family member?

Pioneer Living
What part of frontier life in the 18th century would appeal most/least to you.
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Sunrise... Sunset
Paint a word picture that describes your favorite celestial setting.
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Smile Makers
Describe a few simple pleasures that are sure to light up your day.
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Humpty Dumpty
Share something from your life that could never be put back together again.
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Sad Story
Tell about a personal event of loss and grief from your own life experiences.
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Watcha Reading
Write about your favorite genre of literature. What do you like to read?
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Family Fun
What, when, how and where. Fill in the details of your favorite family activity.
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Eater's Remorse
Ever wish that you had a little more self-control with your eating? Explain. 

Magic Eraser
Share an experience that you'd like to go back in time and change, or delete.

Old MacDonald
... had a farm. Which animal would you most like to be? Explain.
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Tuneless
Write about your favorite music. Consider what your life would be like without it.

Give it Time
Time heals all wounds. Do you agree with this saying... or not?
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Only One You
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What personal traits make you special and unique... one of a kind.

Jump
What life experiences come to mind when you think of this action verb.​
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Dogs vs Cats
Which do you think makes the best pet, cats or dogs? Explain why.

Instant Millionaire
How would winning $1,000,000 change the way you live your life?​​

Man of the House
Write about an experience with Dad (or Grandpa) that is worth remembering.
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Sweet Tooth
Tell about a few of your all-time favorite candies and treats.
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Well Worn Memories
Detail your most cherished items of clothing. Share how they make you feel.

Summer Fun
Share some of your favorite recreational activities that involve sun and water.
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​Growing Pains
What part of being a kid will you miss... ten or twenty years from now?
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Fame or Fortune
Global recognition or a private life worth millions... your choice? Explain.
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