How has the relationship between humans and grizzly bears changed over time? Why did these changes happen? Answer both questions in an essay. Use text evidence. 

Nelson Mandela once said, “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” What do you think he meant? How does his quote apply to the article and the folktale? Answer both questions in an essay.

Choose a scene from the play and reimagine it as a graphic novel, story, or video.

Choose one character and rewrite the story from that character’s point of view. Be sure to stay true to that character’s traits.

Read the passage on page 29 of your May 2020 issue of Scope. Note the words and phrases in bold. Follow the prompts to revise and polish the writing.

Using Jennifer Dignan’s poem as a model, write your own “Advice for _____” poem. (Fill in the blank.)

The cottage on Tatarska Street is being turned into a museum to honor Stefania and Helena. Write a speech to be given on the day the museum opens.

Imagine that you are a journalist. Write a news article or create a podcast about Elmar’s rescue and release. Incorporate quotes from characters in the play.

Consider the expression “Necessity is the mother of invention.” What does that mean? How does it apply to sanitation challenges past and present? Answer both questions in a well-organized essay. Support your ideas with evidence from both articles.

What is Canton afraid of? How does he overcome his fear? Answer both questions in a well-organized essay. Support your ideas with text evidence.

Imagine that the U.S. is going to make a new $3 bill. Write a proposal for three to five elements you think should be on it—and why.

Create a public service announcement about concussions, drawing on information in the article and infographic. Your PSA may be in the form of a poster or video (no longer than 2 minutes).

In an essay, explain the challenges that suffragists had to overcome in their fight for the right to vote. Draw on the play, captions, and informational text to support your ideas.

Explain how author Lauren Tarshis helps readers understand what it was like to be in Pompeii the day Vesuvius erupted. How did her research help her? Draw on the article, the interview, and the video to support your ideas.

Write a scene that takes place after the events of this story, in 650 words or less. Use each type of figurative language in the spotlight box on page 24 at least once.

Read the passage on page 29 of your March 2020 issue of Scope. Note the words and phrases in bold. Follow the prompts in the circles to revise and polish the writing.

Write a poem called “My Dream Is.” Include details about yourself and what makes you great.

Imagine that a museum exhibit has been created to honor Matthew Henson. Create a brochure for the exhibit. It should include an introduction explaining who Henson was and a guide to the exhibit. 

In Scene 4, Athena says: “It is a wise man who knows his limits—and does not attempt to reach beyond them.” How is this idea developed throughout the play? How does the poem offer a different point of view? Answer both questions in an essay. Use text evidence.

Discuss how fan culture can be both positive and negative. Support your answer with text evidence from both articles.

In a short essay, analyze the title of the story, which has both a literal and a figurative meaning. Support your analysis with text evidence.

Send your revised article to Chance the Snapper Contest.

Consider the purpose of this infographic. Now create your own destination infographic, using this one as a model. Your destination can be real or a fictional place from a book, movie, or TV show. Send it to Ultimate Vacation Contest. Three winners will each get a $25 gift card.