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Partner Word Story Challenge!
For this activity, you’ll write a 10-sentence story—but with a catch. Your partner will choose one word that you must include in each sentence. You’ll have a word bank of 30 words to choose from, and your partner gets to decide which words you have to use. Worksheet:
“Six-Seven” Teaching Resources
Dear Teachers, It seems we’re officially losing the battle of “six-seven.” Despite our best efforts—rocking the 6-7 shirts, using 6-7 resources, and slipping the phrase into lessons whenever possible—our mission to make it uncool has completely backfired. Students are saying it more than ever. It’s time to double down. Below are all my 6-7 resources. Let’s unite and put an end to this madness once and for all. Activity 1: Microfiction: Six-Seven Edition Video: Worksheet:
Microfiction Challenge: Six-Seven Edition!
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The Great Lock-In Challenge: 2025 Edition
The goal: From September 1st until the end of 2025, many students are joining “The Great Lock-In” — a movement to focus deeply on a goal, habit, or mindset that will make a lasting difference. Write one paragraph (10 sentences total) following the directions below. Worksheet: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/05/style/great-lock-in-tiktok.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/devpatnaik/2025/09/22/the-great-lock-in-of-2025
