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FICTION
Tell the story of an ocean voyage. Bonus points if you include pirates and mermaids.
MEMOIR
Have you ever sailed on the ocean? Have you always dreamed of doing so? Where would you sail? What adventures would you hope could find you?
NONFICTION
Write a guide for children identifying various types of ocean vessels.
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