2014 Upper Elementary Research Program Student Essay Form

Name *
Instructions Answer all of the following essays, using about 100 words for each.
Essay Question 1 *
Describe something that you learned about this year in school that you think is very important, explaining why you think it is important, and how you learned about it. Did your teacher tell you about it, for example, or did you read about it in a book?
Essay Question 2 *
Describe something important that you learned this year outside school. Describe how you learned about it, why you think it is important, and if you think all kids should learn about it.
Essay Question 3 *
What is your favorite wild animal? Do you have a favorite tree or flower? Do you have a favorite insect or spider? Make a list for us of ten of your favorite things, writing one sentence to explain your choice.