Columbus Day or No? |
| This prompt requires students to argue for or against Columbus Day using evidence. |
Use this Activity: |
| Persuasive Essay - This passage serves as an excellent topic for a formal persuasive essay. |
| Morning Work - This passage can also serve as an informal writing prompt, perfect for morning work. |
| Homework - This activity is a great way to assign homework in social studies or language arts. |
| Discussion- What qualifies a person in history to be honored with a holiday? What famous person in history should have a holiday? |
| Discussion - What are reasons why Columbus should have a holiday? What are reasons why he should not have a holiday? |