Friday, August 29 - Two Moons

To get you thinking about our upcoming Sci-fi/fantasy unit....

Thursday, August 28 - Space, 2199

Here are some specific parameters for you to work with.  Be descriptive; be imaginative!

Wednesday, August 27 - Animal Invention

In this day and age, it pays to be innovative, to come up with the new "thing."  Apple is constantly trying to out do itself.  Reality shows continue to try to be more shocking.  Scientific advancements have allowed cloning, genetic testing, robotic prosthesis, etc.  Our world is continuously evolving.  Think about the need for constant advancements in all areas of life as you address today's Creative Burst.  

If you are stumped, take a look through some of these links to get you thinking in the right direction.


Cool inventions inspired by nature

Technologies stolen from the Animal Kingdom


When Animals Inspire Invention

Innovations Inspired by Animals

Tuesday, August 26 - Concert

One of my favorite things in the world is music.  I love a variety of genres; I'm not a fan of just one type. I like Kenny Chesney, Snoop Dogg, Linkin Park, Justin Timberlake, Drake, Florence and the Machine, and the list goes on.  Music relaxes me.  It brings me peace when my world seems topsy-turvy. Going to concerts has always been a truly pleasurable experience for me. Think about music, bands, singers, concerts, etc. Then write on the Creative Burst below.

Monday, August 25 - Literary Character

Most writers enjoy reading.  They enjoy the creativity of other writers and are often eager to absorb others' writing styles.  Many authors over the years have beautifully crafted some of the world's most memorable characters.  These include, but are in no way limited to:  Scout from To Kill a Mockingbird, Percy Jackson from the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, Pip from Great Expectations, Scrooge from A Christmas Carol, Elizabeth Bennett from Pride and Prejudice, Edward and Bella from the Twilight series, Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games series, Holden Caulfield from The Catcher in the Rye, Charlie from The Perks of Being a Wallflower, and on and on and on.  


Today, think about your favorite character from a book or comic book.  Bring them to the "real world." What would he or she be like in the 21st century?  In high school?  As a mother or father?  Be creative!


Great Characters from Fiction

Friday, August 22 - Wacky Words

Today's blog might be your most challenging and at the same time it might possibly be your favorite. Every year these end up being some of your most interesting pieces.  Be free....be creative....

(I will be around with the words momentarily.)

Thursday, August 21 - Mystery Lady

Today class meetings are being held in the auditorium for Juniors and Seniors during 2nd block.  This means several students will be missing at various points during class time.  We will therefore finish The Lorax during 2nd block extension.  All student meetings will be over before extension begins.  

In the meantime, closely study the image below. This image is part of your Creative Burst for the day.  I have some interesting information about it that I will share AFTER you have written your blog. 

Now, follow the directions below. BE VERY OBSERVANT!  THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX!

Dora Maar au Chat, Picasso's girlfriend