6 Traits of Writing - Word Choice

The 6 Traits of Writing: Ideas

The Gift of Giving

In the Jones Family Express, Steven spent the whole day trying to find the perfect gift for his Aunt Carolyn.

Think about a time that you gave a special gift to someone who meant a lot to you.



Write a short paragraph describing what gift you gave and who you gave the gift to.

Happy Holidays

Math Riddles

In the story, One Riddle, One Answer, Aziza creates a riddle. Whoever solves the riddle correctly, would be able to marry Aziza.

Can you think of a math riddle that you would like to share with the class?

Please compose a math riddle. Let's see if your smart classmates can solve the riddles!

For a fun money riddle, click here.

Hershey's Piggy Bank

Hershey's piggy bank has 3 quarters, 5 dimes, 4 nickels, and 6 pennies in it.

Mr. D.'s piggy bank has 1 quarter, 9 dimes, 8 nickels, and 4 pennies in it.


How much money does each of them have?
Who has more money in his piggy bank?

Please explain your answer and show your work.