Choose a prompt from the list.  You are required to add as much detail as possible to answer the question fully.  It is recommended that your essay paragraphs aligns with the following writing model:

1. Introduction

2. Body Paragraph / Evidence #1

3. Body Paragraph / Evidence#2

4. Optional: Body Paragraph / Evidence #3

5. Conclusion

Each paragraph within the essay should follow this writing model:

1. Topic Sentence 

2. Evidence 

3. Support and analysis of evidence

4. Support and analysis of evidence

5. Closing Sentence

• Coding plays an important role in daily life today. Imagine that you are a robot. Write code that will help you get from your bed to your classroom each day.

• If you could invent any item for your home, what would it be? How would it work?

• STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and math. Of these four subjects, which is your favorite? Why?

• Write about your favorite STEM-related activity that you have done in school this year. Why was this activity your favorite?

• You have been given the choice by your teacher to write code on an app or design a machine using pencil and paper. Which do you choose? Why?

• Write your own definition of science. Now, write an example of how you see science in action in your daily life.

• Who do you consider to be your STEM role model? It could be an inventor, an engineer, an architect, an artist, or anyone who has succeeded in the STEM industry. Why do you admire this individual?

• What is climate change? Have you seen evidence of climate change in your own community?

• Write about one lifestyle change you could make that could have a significant impact on the environment.

• What is digital citizenship? Write about three rules that you and your classmates should follow when you are interacting with others online.

• Some adults like to claim that video games are a waste of time and energy, but many students feel that they learn valuable lessons and develop important skills while gaming. Do you feel video games are valuable? What have you learned while playing your favorite games?

• You have grown up with technology all around you. Write about what it has been like to grow up in the digital age. Would you change anything? If so, what would you want to be different?

• Math is a subject that will play a critical role in nearly any job that you pursue. What has your experience been studying mathematics so far? Do you like math? Why or why not?

• Many of our common household items can be reused and re-purposed. Imagine that you have an empty milk jug. What could you make with this item? How could you reuse it for a new purpose?

• Which type of STEM activity is your favorite? Which is your least favorite? Be sure to explain your answers.

• What technological device do you use most often? What do you use it for? Do you feel that you have too much, just enough, or not enough access to technology in your home?

• In many ways, technology has helped us advance as a society. Do you feel there have been disadvantages to having so much technology at our disposal? Why or why not?

• Draw a sketch of a machine that you think would help your classroom. Now, explain in writing how your machine would be built and also how it would work.

• There are many types of engineers, including chemical engineers, electrical engineers, civil engineers, and mechanical engineers. Which type of engineering career would best suit you? Why?

• What type of technology do you wish that your classroom had? Why do you feel this would benefit you and your classmates?