"Settle down, class," said the teacher.
"Summer vacation is coming soon.
Today I want you to write about what you will do."
This assignment is easy!
I will write about going to my grandparents' house.
They live up north beside a large lake.
The lake is so clear that I can see right to the bottom.
Early in the morning, my grandfather and I will go fishing on his boat.
If we are lucky, we will catch a big fish.
It is very quiet and peaceful on the lake.
After lunch we will do many chores.
I like helping my grandfather mow the lawn.
He has a big lawn mower that I can ride.
We will also clean the boat.
My grandfather will check the engine.
I will polish the inside and outside of the boat.
After we do the chores, I will be able to play.
Last year I made a fort high up in a tall tree.
Some friends will come and play in my tree fort.
We will do many fun things together.
My friends and I will also go to the beach.
At the beach we will build a sand castle.
Last year we made one that was almost as tall as I was.
At five o'clock my grandmother will barbecue hamburgers.
We'll also eat corn on the cob.
My grandmother is the best cook in the world!
After dinner my grandparents and I will watch the sunset.
The sun looks very beautiful as it sets over the lake.
At night we will sit around a fire pit.
My grandfather will tell me stories.
Sometimes we roast marshmallows for s'mores.
Soon I will get tired, and it will be time for bed.
But I don't mind going to bed.
I will be able to do everything again the very next day.
I really love—
"Time's up!" said the teacher. "Please hand in your stories."
Oh no! I haven't started writing yet!