As a foundational skill, Writing can be a challenge. However, we have created various opportunities for your students to showcase their writing and critical thinking abilities. For short reflections, the journal entries are just right! If you are looking for students to use all of their writing skills, take a look at our writing prompts. We also include opportunities to write skits and theater performances as a way to write creatively!
God led Jesus into the desert. Jesus stayed in the desert for 40 days and nights, praying and listening to God. During that time, he did not eat anything becaus... Read More...
What do students need to do to prepare for Easter?
Students will use this Writing Prompt to describe how they will prepare their hearts for the risen Christ.
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Sometimes students don't really know what the Lenten season is all about. This Writing Prompt helps students explore Lent as a time to prepare. In small groups ... Read More...
Students will be introduced to the 4 elements of the Lenten season:
Fast
Prepare
Give
Pray
In small groups, students will discuss each element and the... Read More...
Using this Writing Prompt, students will brainstorm ideas for each of the 4 disciplines of Lent:
Prayer
Penitence
Almsgiving
Self-denial
To demonstrat... Read More...
Students will use this Writing Prompt to write a Diary entry about ways they will let the light shine our of darkness during the Lenten season.
Level: 3-5, 6-8... Read More...
Begin the season of Lent with a study of the symbols of Lent. Students will look at the Lenten symbols and discuss the possible significance of each one. To dem... Read More...
Students will help younger students feel more comfortable as they transition into a new school routine. With a partner, students will make a ‘Welcome Card’ with... Read More...
After participating in a Trust Walk, students will write a Journal entry of how they can develop trust during the exercise. Students will then explore ways the... Read More...