Bite Size Writing Assignment: Costume Party

Costume parties have been around since the 18th century, maybe longer. Also known as "fancy dress parties," these gala events have been a popular part of social life in many parts of the world.

This week, have your student(s) think about what sort of costume he or she would wear to a costume party. The first step is to come up with a costume. Guide students to think about:

• Movie characters
• Book characters
• Historical figures

Then, have students sit down and write what character they would dress up as and why. The essay can be a short paragraph or a whole page (assign according to age). The key is to encourage students to have fun and use imagination!