#2 Twart

So, you may be wondering what Twart is? In other areas of the globe it might be known as Artwizzle or Twizzler Art, but in our school it’s Twart. Mostly for convenience because we, as PEERs, rarely make words longer than they need to be. Twart is an activity that helps us grow and it’s one that we don’t give away easily. Basically, it involves Twizzler Pull and Peels and a group. Each person in the group sketches another using the medium of Twizzlers. The result: A good time had by all. Below are the keys to a good Twart experience:

1. Never take Twart personally. Some people cannot help that they can’t “draw” with Twizzlers. Besides, the more ridiculous, the better.

2. Good Twart requires humility. Never brag about previous Twartwork. Your Twart skill level varies for each experience. Good Twart is like winning the lottery.

3. Pay attention to detail. All it takes for Twart success is having one good detail of the person you are Twarting.

4. Don’t eat your supplies. If you eat while you are working, then you will run out of Twizzlers. If you eat after your finish, it’s just gross… How many hands have touched those Twizzlers? Or better yet, when was the last time your desk was washed?

5. Never Twart the teacher… No explanation needed here. It just doesn’t end well.

# 1 Card Writing

Here is an easy "Ten Step Plan" for one of our favorite PEER activities: Card Writing.

1. Begin with a wonderful, yet generic statement.
Ex. There’s so much I want to say or I don’t even know where to begin…
2. Acknowledge how much time has passed. It’s preferable to pretend like it’s been a great deal of time even if it’s only been like an hour.
Ex. I can’t believe it’s already been four hours since the last card I sent…
3. Be sure to acknowledge the purpose of the card in a casual, but meaningful manner.
Ex. I just wanted to take a minute to wish you a very Happy Boxing Day (Canada only)!
4. Referring back to the beginning of the card, be sure to shorten their name in some way.
Ex. Instead of Dear Jennifer, write “Jen,”
5. You must include a significant series or list, which must also end with a “grand finale” of attributes.
Ex. There are so many reasons to celebrate. You are a ridiculous Transformers fan, you volunteer for the most peculiar activities, but, most of all, you draw incredibly disturbing clown pictures.
6. Make a suggestion for furthering your friendship, relationship, etc.
Ex. I really hope that we have an opportunity to hang out again soon.
7. Include some characteristic of theirs that you wish you had for yourself.
Ex. I really admire your ability to applaud in American Sign Language and wish that I could do that myself.
8. Be sure to conclude with something that could possibly make them cry.
Ex. You’ve always been one of my favorite people and I cannot begin to think what my life would be without you in it.
9. The sign off is clutch… Don’t mess it up!
Ex. All my heart, Lots of Love, Hugs, etc.
10. The pen you use is just as important as what your write in the card, so please choose wisely.
Hint: Do not use crayons, colored pencils, or any other medium that will take away from the meaning of the note.

Happy writing everyone!
Future posts: Thank You Notes, Choosing The Perfect Stationary, Spelling PEER With All Caps