A Proposal for an Outdoor Reading Corner
October 14, 2024
Dear Principal Martinez,
My name is Jordan Rivera, and I am a fifth grader in Room 204. I am writing to ask if our school could set up a quiet outdoor reading corner in the courtyard behind the library.
Our playground is fantastic for four square, kickball, and tag, but recess can get very noisy and crowded. Right now, students who want a calm place to read, sketch, or review their notes do not have many options. The indoor library is often closed during recess for testing, teacher meetings, or student council. Having a dedicated outdoor spot would give kids a quiet alternative to running around. Spending time in the fresh air and natural daylight also helps us clear our heads and focus much better once afternoon classes start.
- courtyard:
- An open outdoor space that is surrounded by walls or buildings.
- dedicated:
- Set apart or reserved for a specific purpose.
- budget:
- A plan showing how much money is available to spend on different needs.
- paperbacks:
- Books that have thin, flexible paper covers rather than hard covers.
- trial:
- A test of something new to see how well it works before making it permanent.
- supervised:
- Watched over and guided by an adult or person in charge.
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- 1What is the main proposal Jordan Rivera makes in the letter to Principal Martinez?
- 2Why are students who want quiet time unable to rely on the indoor library during recess?
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About this persuasive letter passage for 5th Grade
“A Proposal for an Outdoor Reading Corner” is a persuasive letter reading passage about Outdoor Reading Corner, written for 5th Grade. It takes about 2 minutes to read (356 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.