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Fiction Pieces by my 4th Graders

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:08:55 -0500

I just had to share two of the pieces of writing that my students wrote. All of the text below was written by them, and I have not edited it. It’s rough in some places, but I’m pretty proud of this work. Enjoy!

Classroom Writing #2

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:07:48 -0500

We Need a Hero

by Ricardo

Years ago the city of Night Falls was a very happy and friendly place. Everyone was happy. Then for some reason people started to go missing. Night time comes, someone goes missing. First everyone thought everything was okay because it didn’t happen that often. Then it started to get out of control. Every night people went missing.

Then it when on the news. The whole world started to talk about it. They called it an attack of the werewolves and vampires. Then the news people said that we all need a hero.

One day an asteroid hits a man. Then he turns into a werewolf. He decides to be good. He needs to help Night Falls. He said I’m going to save this town from evil werewolves and from evil vampires with this power. With the power that turns him to the wolf.

Later he decides to name himself Wolfy. He though it was a good name for a hero. He fights werewolves in hidden locations. He takes them and kill them with his powerful claws. Then all werewolves are eliminated. Now he just needs to get all the vampires. After that Wolfy gets all of them. First he knocks them out and burns them. They were really easy. Then he meets Vamp. Vamp is the strongest vampires. Wolfy finds Vamp. Boy they had a harsh battle. They smack each other and rough each other up. Wolfy got bitten and hurt a cople times. In the end he kills Vamp. Finally the town is safe again. Wolfy is a hero to the town of Night Falls. It is a friendly and safe place once again.

Classroom Writing #1

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:07:18 -0500

The Glass Toy

by Trinity

One morning, in a house, Rex played with his toys. He loved having his own toys. He played and played for a long long time until his little sister, Ruby came in.

“Hey big brother,” said Ruby. “What are you doing?”

“Just playing with my toys,” said Rex.

“Well, can I play?” said Ruby.

“Ok, but be careful with my old glass toy.”

“Ok,” said Ruby.

When they played Ruby broke a glass toy and that toy was Rex’s glass toy!

“Uh oh-oh no I broke Rex’s glass toy,” she whispered. “Hmm? Maybe I should fix it.”

“Fix what?” said Rex.

“Oh, it’s nothing,” said Ruby.

Soon Rex and Ruby had lunch at home. Rex had and apple and sandwich and so did Ruby. Ruby ate very nervously and looked very odd to Rex.

“What’s wrong Ruby?” said Rex.

“N-n-n-nothing,” said Ruby.

“oooooookay?” said Rex.

Ruby tried to eat fast and to get to the bedroom before Rex does. She knows he would be mad. When Ruby got in the bedroom she snatched the blue and tried to glue the toy properly. When Rex got in the room he was surprised and upset by what he saw in the room.

Rex said, “Ruby! Why would you break my toy? I thought I told you to be carful with it. If you’re going to play with it!”

“Yes, but I did not mean it,” cried Ruby.

“You did so Ruby,” said, Rex. “Leave my stuff alone! And get out and stay out of my room!”

When Ruby got out Rex slamed his door. Soon Ruby cried and cried and got upset. Mom and dad came.

“Why are you crying?” said dad.

“because I broke Rex’s glass toy and he kicked me out of his room when he did not know I-I-I didn’t me-ean it.”

“well we will talk to him. Rex!”

“coming,” said Rex, as he opens the door. “w-w-what’s going on dad?” said Rex.

“Look at Ruby and tell us why she’s sad this instant!”

“because I was mad at Ruby when she broke my old glass toy.”

Mom said “Well, she didn’t mean it, so say sorry and let’s break this siuation up and I’m seirius yong man.”

“ok mom,” sighed Rex. “I’m sorry,” said Rex to Ruby.

“I guess that’s ok with me,” said Ruby. “Now let’s play!”

“Yay! Whoope!” said Rex and Ruby.

When they played mom and dad came in and opened the door and said, “Let’s go to the store.”

“Ok,” said Rex and Ruby.

So they got dressed up and went out to the store. When they got to the store Rex and Ruby asked for a toy. Ruby and Rex chose a new glass toy. The toy only cost $4.99 and the other glass toy too. So they payed for it and went outside. When they got to their house Rex and Ruby threw away the old, broked glass toy and played with their new glass toys. Rex and Ruby were happy. Rex and Ruby were glad with there own new toys.

Look at the furry creatures who are nesting outside my...

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 10:27:13 -0500

Look at the furry creatures who are nesting outside my classroom!

Uh oh - Damon fell asleep reading “All About Light”

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:40:16 -0500

Uh oh - Damon fell asleep reading “All About Light”

Trouble? I think so.

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 21:49:26 -0500

Trouble? I think so.

2 questions: 1. Why am a desperate enough to try out dating...

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 13:56:11 -0500

2 questions: 1. Why am a desperate enough to try out dating sites on their free trials? 2. Who is this guy and does he really think this is an effective lady-getting method?

I want this chair (with wheels) in this very color (apple green)...

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 15:35:28 -0400

I want this chair (with wheels) in this very color (apple green) for my new bedroom in my new apartment (which I have yet to procure). It is my birthday soon. Who wants to get me this “Eames Style Chair” (with wheels) so that I can have a lovely place to relax/lesson plan? Anyone?

New School

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:27:59 -0400

There are still kids. New ones. Don’t worry, the stories are just as great…but I have two I think you’ll be hearing about more often than the others. Read on to find out:

Kid #1. Let’s call him “R.” He likes to kick...

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:26:50 -0400

Kid #1. Let’s call him “R.” He likes to kick chairs when he’s mad. Which is a lot.

Kid #2. Let’s call him “J.” He’s little,...

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:25:29 -0400

Kid #2. Let’s call him “J.” He’s little, but don’t be fooled. He’s a terror.

hogie: How to Improve Guess Who? I want this. Badly.

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:23:16 -0400

hogie:

How to Improve Guess Who?

I want this. Badly.

Leury read too much “Hardy Boys” and passed out....

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:07:58 -0400

Leury read too much “Hardy Boys” and passed out. Poor little guy. No way he’s going to make it out for St. Patty’s Day celebrations tonight…

MEET ZAMBONI! Zamboni! is tearing it up TOMORROW night at UCB....

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:04:00 -0500

MEET ZAMBONI!

Zamboni! is tearing it up TOMORROW night at UCB. Come watch us! 6:30pm, $5. It’s going to be out of control!

Be safe. Make reservations here.

jojochao: fig tart with caramelized onions, rosemary, and...

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:08:55 -0500

jojochao:

fig tart with caramelized onions, rosemary, and stilton

recipe can be found here

gentrifybrooklyn: IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO REFERENCE THE HIPSTER...

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:38:03 -0500

gentrifybrooklyn:

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO REFERENCE THE HIPSTER GRIFTER

Sidecar is back from bonding in LA and M.A.D. is back from their sorority retreat! That means that GENTRIFY BROOKLYN is back this Friday with hot sweet comedy.

At the party this week:

ROB STERN
ZAMBONI
TRUTHTIME
RYAN KARELS & NEIL CASEY

and MADCAR, your hosts, gather together once again for creepy-length hugs and a serious amount of necking. Get involved!.

Drop your toddlers off at the organic farmstand/montessorri garden, wrap yourself in your vintage taun taun sleeping bag and park your double-wide stroller at the door, it’s time to GENTRIFY BROOKLYN!

Great $4 beers!

Take the M or R trains to the Union Street stop, or wander over from the delightful shops, restaurants and galleries of Park Slope!

Host: GENTRIFY BROOKLYN!
Type: Music/Arts - Performance
Date: Friday, February 5, 2010
Time: 10:00pm - 11:30pm
Location: Brooklyn Lyceum
Street: 227 4th Ave
City/Town: Brooklyn, NY
Cost: $5

Zamboni! TONIGHT! It’s gonna get hot!

Attention Movie Lovers!

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:37:57 -0500

Academy Award Nominations are Out! Yes, it’s true! If you somehow missed it, you can find a complete list of nominations here.

Anyways, the big news is that there are 10, yes, 10, movies nominated for Best Picture (usually it’s 5). CRAZINESS!

Here they are:

“Avatar”
“The Blind Side”
“District 9″
“An Education”
“The Hurt Locker”
“Inglourious Basterds”
“Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire”
“A Serious Man”
“Up”
“Up in the Air”

Cast your vote NOW. Which movie is going home with that golden statue?

Class 319…in pictures. These are some of the entertaining...

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:03:00 -0500

Kevin had a razor problem

Brittany got Bling-Blang!

Branson got almost-bald

Ellis and his festive "New Year" do.

Class 319…in pictures.

These are some of the entertaining parts of my year so far:

Brittany got a lot of bling for Christmas. She wears it every day. I think my favorite part is the big, huge, gold locket.
Kevin has a bald spot. In the middle of his head. Here’s why (according to him): Kevin’s dad took him to get his hair buzzed. The barber started buzzing (in the middle of his head) and then told Kevin’s dad that it would cost money. Kevin’s dad didn’t want to pay money, so he took Kevin and left… It’s his story. Not mine.
Branson is basically bald. All over his head. And he paid to look that way. It just looks funny.
Ellis came back from break with “Happy New Year” buzzed into the back of his head. One of the teachers looked at it and said, “More like nappy new year.”

may be better suited for food encounters, HOWEVER: did you know you can buy an entire duck for under six $$?

and: when are you going to make a duck??

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:50:40 -0500

What?? Where do I purchase these $6 ducks you speak of?? Also, I’ve never made a duck before, but I’m up for the challenge as soon as I find a $6-or-less-duck!

Ask me ANYTHING!

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:39:04 -0500

Yup, I got on the bandwagon…

http://therenegade.tumblr.com/ask

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Fiction Pieces by my 4th Graders

Classroom Writing #2

Classroom Writing #1

Look at the furry creatures who are nesting outside my...

Uh oh - Damon fell asleep reading “All About Light”

Trouble? I think so.

2 questions: 1. Why am a desperate enough to try out dating...

I want this chair (with wheels) in this very color (apple green)...

New School

Kid #1. Let’s call him “R.” He likes to kick...

Kid #2. Let’s call him “J.” He’s little,...

hogie: How to Improve Guess Who? I want this. Badly.

Leury read too much “Hardy Boys” and passed out....

MEET ZAMBONI! Zamboni! is tearing it up TOMORROW night at UCB....

jojochao: fig tart with caramelized onions, rosemary, and...

gentrifybrooklyn: IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO REFERENCE THE HIPSTER...

Attention Movie Lovers!

Class 319…in pictures. These are some of the entertaining...

may be better suited for food encounters, HOWEVER: did you know you can buy an entire duck for under six $$? and: when are you going to make a duck??

Ask me ANYTHING!

may be better suited for food encounters, HOWEVER: did you know you can buy an entire duck for under six $$?

and: when are you going to make a duck??