RRPS Writers Showcase: Middle School Compositions
These compositions were submitted by students in grades 6-8 as approved and supported by their teachers. All submissions are of course screened by the Showcase managers. If you have concerns or questions, please email them here: bcramer@mvms.rrps.k12.nm.us.
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Directions: Click the tabs below to explore compositions in different genres, and the Title to read the composition. (Version indicates if the composition was submitted in draft or final status.)
- Creative
- Descriptive
- Persuasive
- Narrative
- Expository
The CREATIVE Genre:
Creative writing communicates an idea or experience; it is a highly individual art form that may contain varied elements and structure.
| Date | Author's Initials |
Grade | Title | Version | Student Comments |
Teacher Comments |
1/27/09 |
A.T. |
6 |
final |
Billie and A.J. are not my real names. They are old nicknames. | When I asked this student, "What did you do this weekend?" The student showed me this poem. I responded, "We need to get this published!" | |
3/18/09 |
C.B. |
8 |
final |
This is a very insightful and powerful poem. The meaning is very abstract. | The poet paints with words in this assignment for a Language Arts class. As a reader, I picked up the feeling conveyed so passionately. | |
2/20/08 |
M.C. |
6 |
final |
I love writing! Hope this inspires many! | I was inspired by this unexpected piece and I hope to see many more from this student. | |
5/07/08 |
M.C. |
6 |
final |
String is totally awesome! | This student was required to reach in an pick an object out of a bag, and then write a poem about that object. Creative job M.C.! | |
11/14/08 |
M.D. |
6 |
final |
I think my poem will be good in the showcase. | When I read my student's poem, I was so inspired and impressed with her ideas and word choice. | |
5/06/08 |
M.S. |
6 |
final |
I wrote this in one night: hurrying to finish and memorize it, I did not think I would get a good grade. Instead I am on the website with a 100% A+. | This student picked shell-shaped soap out of a grab bag and wrote this poem. I enjoyed this student's sense of humor and voice that stands out in this piece. | |
2/15/08 |
T.K. |
6 |
final |
The students were given the theme of love and asked to create a poem with 8 or more lines. I enjoyed the rough draft and expressed this to the student who went home and created this final draft. | ||
11/11/08 |
T.N. |
6 |
final |
My teacher is the best and gave us this fun assignment. I thought it was fun because we got to do whatever we wanted to do on our Haiku. It made me think hard because I wanted to do a good job, and I also want to do a great job on all my other work. | This student's work is exemplary and shows creativity and thoughtfulness. | |
11/07/08 |
T.S. |
6 |
final |
I was inspired by my kitties playing with a toy mouse. | My student's work showed great strength and artistry. |
The DESCRIPTIVE Genre:
Description is the basic tool a writer uses to express sensory impressions and can be found in all types of writing.
| Date | Author's Initials |
Grade | Title | Version | Student Comments |
Teacher Comments |
The PERSUASIVE Genre:
Persuasive writing aims to convince the reader of a stated opinion or belief.
| Date | Author's Initials |
Grade | Title | Version | Student Comments |
Teacher Comments |
4/08/08 |
A.B. |
6 |
final |
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4/16/08 |
A.M. |
6 |
final |
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11/17/08 |
C.O. |
6 |
final |
I never thought I could make it. This is cool. | My student's work is inspiring to read and is a great example of hard, dedicated work. | |
5/01/08 |
ER |
8 |
final |
This student's impressive vocabulary and concise language help to convey the potential issues caused by the difficult decision we all face: to fit in with crowd or to display our individuality proudly. | ||
4/15/08 |
G.W. |
6 |
final |
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10/14/08 |
M.F. |
6 |
final |
This student did an amazing job taking elements from the novel, Tuck Everlasting, and using them in this flyer persuading people not to drink water that gives them immortality. Students named the water - and adverstised it in a previous assignment. This took the opposing view. | ||
5/06/08 |
T.W. |
7 |
final |
From the perspective of Bud: Write a letter of complaint to the authorities, explaining why the Amos's should not be allowed to act as foster parents. | What vivid voice! |
The NARRATIVE Genre:
Narration tells a story; if done effectively the reader shares and relives the writer’s experience.
| Date | Author's Initials |
Grade | Title | Version | Student Comments |
Teacher Comments |
2/12/08 |
A.A. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
2/12/08 |
A.H. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
2/25/09 |
AC |
7 |
final |
I am honored that my teacher chose my diary to be in the Writers' Showcase. I worked very hard on it and am glad that my work is being recognized as a success. | Very well written with detail to help the reader visualize the experience | |
2/12/08 |
C.L. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
11/13/08 |
G.S. |
6 |
final |
I am excited for this up-and-coming author and look forward to the next illustrated book. | ||
2/12/08 |
J.F. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
9/18/08 |
J.S. |
7 |
final |
From the perspective of an early pueblo Indian, describe your life after the Spanish and the missionaries invaded New Mexico. | This writer is gifted! | |
1/15/09 |
K.P. |
6 |
final |
Not only is this student a creative writer, but this student also has amazing stage presence, bringing the story to life, while presenting in class. Job well done! | ||
2/12/08 |
L.G. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
2/12/08 |
M.K. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who am I? | ||
2/25/09 |
MF |
7 |
final |
I liked this project because it was much more fun to do than an essay, and I got to put my own creative twist based on a historical event. | Santa Fe Diary was exceptionally done with research and attention to detail. | |
2/12/08 |
R.A. |
7 |
final |
Narrative Prompt: Who Am I? | ||
12/04/08 |
T.G. |
7 |
final |
I wrote this story because I enjoy action and thrill in the books that I read and movies that I watch. | I have been begging this student for one of this student's stories all year. I have been told this is a Christmas Present- and after reading the story, I have to say it is one of my favorite gifts. I'm looking forward to Part Three! | |
10/05/09 |
TA |
6 |
draft |
I thought of this book one night, and when I showed it to my teacher she said she loved it. Publishing it was her idea, but I love it. | This writer hooked me with the first sentence of In the Face of Time and then cleverly held my attention with the advanced ability of creating imagery through strong word choice. I can't wait to find out what happens to Evie Challenger in Chapter 2. | |
2/12/08 |
W.M. |
7 |
final |
A great review of yourself! |
The EXPOSITORY Genre:
The goal of expository writing is to inform, explain, clarify, define or instruct.
| Date | Author's Initials |
Grade | Title | Version | Student Comments |
Teacher Comments |
2/12/08 |
A.B. |
7 |
final |
My work is not a story but an essay. | ||
2/12/08 |
A.H. |
7 |
final |
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2/12/08 |
A.V. |
7 |
final |
Revised and improved! This student worked on this piece. | ||
2/12/08 |
B.C. |
7 |
final |
I had fun writing this compare and contrast essay. | ||
2/12/08 |
C.L. |
7 |
final |
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2/12/08 |
D.B. |
7 |
final |
Hope you like my story! Can't Wait!!!! | ||
2/12/08 |
H.T. |
7 |
final |
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11/12/08 |
J.A. |
6 |
final |
This student performed well on this Egyptian project, taking great responsibility for learning and surpassing even the student's expectations. | ||
2/12/08 |
J.T. |
7 |
final |
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2/12/08 |
L.G. |
7 |
final |
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2/12/08 |
R.B. |
7 |
final |
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2/12/08 |
S.P. |
7 |
final |