​Lost in Translation

It is often difficult to re-tell stories and remember every fact from the story presented. Imagine doing this with a STAAR Essay...​

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​Telephone!

​Teacher Chooses

Your teacher will choose ONE student to respond to the following prompt:

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"Explain a time that support from others helped your or someone you know be successful"​

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​Tell the Story!

​Person Chosen

​Everyone must get into a circle as a class (STAND UP)

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The person who was chosen will tell the person to their RIGHT the story. Each person will tell the story to the person to their right until the original person hears what the story has become!​

​What's the Point?

• Be CLEAR with your details in your essay

  • If you're not, the grader may become confused!

• Explain your story in good, but quick detail!

• Make sure the story is RELEVANT to the prompt​

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​The STAAR Prompt

​What prompt was this associated with?

​A person's success often depends on the help of others. Think carefully about this statement. Write an essay explaining how receiving support from others can help you achieve success.​