Natural Events: Here, There, and Everywhere   Have you ever experienced a natural event like an earthquake, flood, fire, or windstorm?

Task

Students write stories about natural events they have experienced.
Sample Story: Angie's Story

Procedure

1. Think of a time that you had a first-hand experience with a natural event--a fire, flood, quake, or wind. Write your story and tell what happened to you, what you observed, and how you were able to get through the event.
3. Teachers may also want students to conduct background research on natural events topics and these Web resources may be helpful.