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Writing Prompt

The Future of the Planet

Theme Science
Grades 9-12

Introduction

The future of the planet is in jeopardy! The citizens of the Earth have a duty to protect our planet for our lifetime and beyond. Write an essay from the viewpoint of the Earth in one hundred years explaining why people need to take care of it now.

Learning Objectives

(ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2.E) WALT attend to the norms and conventions of writing appropriate to the audience and purpose.
(ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2.F) WALT provide a conclusion that supports the information or explanation presented and articulates implications or the significance of the topic.

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