Class 632: Writing New Year's Resolutions

Well...

Happy New Year!

I created a lesson plan that combines my students writing skills, computer technology and fun. It's time for class 632 to write their new year's resolutions. Each student received the following "step by step" instructions:

Open blank "Word" page:
Open a blank "word" document
Go to the "file" drop-down window
Go to "page setup"
Choose "portrait" as the page orientation.

Add Banner:
Go to "drawing" toolbar
Find the "autoshapes" button
Find "stars and banners"
Choose the "vertical banner" by double clicking and a text box will appear
Place the cursor in the text box, left click and drag the banner to any size you choose.

Add Text:
Right click, with cursor in the middle of the banner
Choose "Add text"
Type a title, such as, " _________ 's 2008 New Year's Resolution".
Type at least 7 resolutions, using the following format:
"I resolve to ________".
Change fonts, size, styles, etc.

Printing and Posting:
Print your banner and post it where you can see it often.
Try very hard to keep up with your resolutions.
Review it in December to see how you did.