Tuesday, October 31st




Happy Halloween!  Of course, we have to read and write something scary!  
Next, we will write a scary story. You may work alone or with a friend.  

  • The air turned black all around me.
  • Icy fingers gripped my arm in the darkness.
  • Wandering through the graveyard it felt like something was watching me.
  • The eyes in the painting follow him down the corridor.
  • A shrill cry echoed in the mist.
Here is a link to some good ideas


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