1. Writing Prompts
2/12/17 – 2/16/17

2. February 12
On February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln was born.  Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States.  Lincoln was against slavery and believed that all people should be free. What do you wish to achieve in your life of greatness?

3. February 13
Today is “Get a Different Name Day.”  Some of you may know why you have the name you do, or what your name means.  If you could give yourself a different name just for today, what would it be and why would select that name?

4. February 14
Today is “Ferris Wheel Day” in honor of George Washington Gale Ferris’ birthday.  Today you can find a Ferris wheel at most any amusement park or carnival.  When you visit an amusement park or carnival, what is your favorite ride and why?

5. February 15
On this day in 1820, Susan B. Anthony was born.  Anthony was known for her work with the women’s civil rights movement in the mid- 1800s.  Why do think it was so important for the women of that time to have the same rights as men?

6. February 16
On this day in 1923, King Tut’s Burial Chamber was opened. Would you ever want to explore a pyramid? What would you do with the “riches” that you find?