Core Plus Extensions
CREATIVE WRITING
How to Get Started With Creative Writing: This article has links to many other helpful articles.
Writing Contests: This site has a list of various contests. Be sure to check the age range before applying. Some are for high school students only.
NO RED INK GRAMMAR PRACTICE: Log into No Red Ink. You can choose the "Master Skills" button and choose any skill you wish to work on.
QUIZLET: In our Quizlet class folder there are extension root lists you can learn and an SAT words set you can study. You can also make your own lists of words or roots you would like to learn
READING EXTENSION: You can read your Independent Reading Book and complete an Annotation Bookmark for it for extra credit. Be sure to choose the appropriate one.
KEYBOARDING SKILLS: Practice your keyboarding skills using this site. It will help you with your writing pieces for LA now and in the future.
SHORT STORIES: Go to CommonLit.org. You can sign up with your school Google account. Search "Short Stories" and you can read any that sound interesting and appropriate. Some of these may be geared towards high school, so keep that in mind.