Dad left us a note on the counter and wished Danielle and I a good first day at school. Mom took a quick picture of Danielle and I before we left. ... We quickly raced out the door and ran to the bus stop. ...

• Word Count: 1689
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

Traditions involving these roles were gradually formed, and they quickly became the norm. ... Alma and her friends got ink balls in their hair, nasty notes, were tripped while going down the aisle, and locked in the outhouse. ...

• Word Count: 1283
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School