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Free high school creative writing literature circles
Writing Dialogue Mini Lesson Activity Printable & Digital {7-12}
This FULLY EDITABLE, quick, free activity highlights the ways that good authors write dialogue to go beyond just the words spoken to show the emotions, actions, and intentions of the characters. After analyzing an example of well-crafted dialogue, students then use the same strategies to write their own. *Please note: the mentor text excerpt includes one word of profanity.*Your download includes a printable worksheet AND a Google Slides version of the activity for easy digital learning!CHECK O
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Choose a Path Unfinished Story Creative Writing Prompt
What's an unfinished story?An unfinished story is just what it sounds like, a story that has no end. More developed than a short writing prompt, this story prompt gives students the first part of a story that ends on a cliff-hanger. Because the story has no end, students will have to create their own drawing on their creativity. Even the most reluctant writer will find themselves sucked in with this deceptively simple method of getting students to write! Each story is also supported with questi
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Story Starter Creative Writing Prompts BUNDLE Stories Without End
SEL Blackout Poem Lesson & Writing Activity Kobe Bryant Dear Basketball #6
Your students will love learning about Blackout Poetry with this Blackout (Found) Poetry Lesson Plan & Writing Activity. Teach students all about Blackout poetry with this poetry unit which features the Kobe Bryant "Dear Basketball" Poem. Lesson 6 of 18 in the poetry series "Who Am I? The Discovery of the Self Through Poetry ". It also includes a complete CCSS, Next Generation & SEL standards-aligned lesson plan for teachers to follow with in-depth instructions, a model blackout poem ent
Grades:
6th - 12th
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"Character Resume/CV" Activity - Literature - Creative writing character summary
This activity is designed to provide the students with a template to describe the character of the story in a CV/Resume-style designed worksheet and is a fun twist on a classical task of character description.
Key points for description include character type, personality traits, connection to other characters, quotes, etc.
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Grades:
7th - 12th
RHYMES AND THE KINDS OF RHYMES IN POETRY/ POETIC RHYMES
Dear Readers (Students/Teachers):This handout is a sample of my study-notes ; it deals with the kinds of rhymes used in English poetry (based on one of the chapters from the book I wrote titled: "Understanding the art of poetry") . It provides descriptions of the main themes, followed by examples and complete references.Happy reading!Click here to get VERSES AND THE FORMS OF VERSES IN ENGLISH POETRYClick here to get WHAT IS A NARRATIVE ARC?Click here to get What is CREATIVE NONFICTIONCLICK HERE
Grades:
8th - 10th, Higher Education
Mentor Text Analysis
Use the Mentor Text Analysis form to analyze mentor text and create an imitation for journaling. Check out my YouTube channel for FREE lessons to accompany this resource. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAai1WETJPKxwSTSxoYuvtQ
Grades:
3rd - 10th
Descriptive Words List / Tone-Mood / Worn-Out Words
Included in this product is a 14-page document of descriptive words list / tone-mood / worn-out words. It is really great for English Language Arts (ELA) classes. The last few pages include descriptive words for colors, emotions, setting, and verbs. This is the ultimate tool to elevate creativity, expression, and language mastery in your classroom!Immerse your students in the captivating world of language as they explore an extensive array of evocative descriptive words carefully curated for col
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo (Literary Analysis)
A detailed analysis of The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo, also known as Formalist Criticism. It includes:I. Title of the StoryII. Author of the StoryIII. Elements of the Story a. Setting b. Characters and Characterization c. Conflict d. Plot e. Summary f. Subject matter g. Literary Techniques and Devices Used f. Theme i. Moral ValuesIV. ReferencesThank you and hope you enjoy this one.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Literature Study: A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings
Literature Study:
Excellent for combined independent work and class discussions. This package explores the themes of the short story A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings and the writing style of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Students are encouraged to appreciate the genre and given interesting writing practice.
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Grades:
10th - 12th
Write the Sequel: The Watertower - Slides
One of my favourite ways to engage upper primary students in writing is having them write the sequel to a suspenseful read-aloud… and there are few books more suspenseful than The Watertower! If you thought picture books were just for little kids, prepare to be surprised. This is a seriously spooky (and sophisticated) read that I think you will enjoy as much as your students. After reading, students compose the first page of a sequel, set 10 years after the events of the first book, which devel
Grades:
3rd - 10th
Grateful Writing Prompts Printable
A simple printable that gives students choice in their writing. Short prompt, good for question of the day or bell ringer / warm up.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Writing Task Cards to Celebrate Our American Warriors
These task cards could be used in daily writing centers in grades 6-12. They could also be adapted for younger students. These prompts could be used for daily journaling for Veterans’ Day or Memorial Day—or any other time you need a thought-provoking writing activity! These are excellent for connecting language arts with social studies, possibly through a unit on wars. These prompts will also give our
military children a chance to share their stories, particularly if their parent
or parents are
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Picnic At Hanging Rock
Picnic at Hanging Rock is the 9th book in my series of Classic Australian Children's novels Blooms taxonomy unit plans.
This literature unit for the Australian gothic classic by Joan Lindsay, Picnic at Hanging Rock is one of Australia's all time greatest tales and accessible to children and adults..This atmospheric mystery tale (or is it a whodunit or a science fiction story?) is enhanced by the moody Australian cinema classic available on DVD. This unit is only $3.00. (Check out the other 8 cl
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Invent a Character
As an author/teacher, kids will often ask me how I invent my characters. I tell them I think about someone interesting - then I think about their favorite candy bar. They chuckle and I say, “Seriously! This is how well you need to know and understand your characters.” In order to help kids invent their character, I’ve created this ready-to-use/student-friendly packet that facilitates the brainstorming process. Kids will love it and you will, too!
How to Use this Guide:
Expressly desi
Grades:
4th - 12th
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The Write Path — Crafting Worlds through Creative Writing
Are you a high school teacher looking to ignite the spark of creativity in your students? Look no further! "The Write Path: Crafting Worlds through Creative Writing" covers the basics of short story writing so your students always know what to write and never fear a blank page. This free resource aims to make teaching creative writing an enjoyable and seamless experience, empowering you to guide your students on a journey of literary exploration.Characters that Captivate:Creating compelling char
Grades:
9th - 12th
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The Giver: Comfort Object Writing Assignment
Reflective writing prompt for Lois Lowry's The GiverStudents connect to their own "Comfort Objects" by reflecting on memories and physical comfort their "objects"/toys provided during their childhood. The aim is to compare the reading to their own lives and begin to notice some of the rigidity of the world/setting within the book.
Grades:
6th - 9th
Verse Literature Circle Choice Boards
Creative Writing students participate in literature circles by reading verse books such as Jason Reynolds' Long Way Down. Students choose different tasks each week.
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12th
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Short Story for small literacy group or whole class
Short Story to read out loud to your small literacy group or classroom. Then ask the students to continue the story on their own (what happens next), this is a great written activity that will have the students all coming up with their own stories about attending a new school.
Just print photocopy or enlargen for classroom.
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Grades:
2nd - 10th
Romeo and Juliet Creative Bell Ringers Journals
A collection of journal entries to intrigue your students to write as well as understand the play of Romeo and Juliet.
Grades:
10th
My Dragon 'Falcore' (Short Story) and activities by Mrs Millis
My Dragon Falcore is a short story I wrote to encourage students to use descriptive language (adjectives) in sentences, short stories and other creative writing. Included is the short story, comprehension question page, page for sketching Falcore and page for students to write the next part of the story.
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
"Raymond's Run" by Toni Cade Bambara Found Poem Activity
Enjoy this free resource that is an example of the found poem activities that will be found in my store. This product is based on the short story "Raymond's Run". The buyer will receive a copy of basic instructions for Found Poems and a word bank to create a "Raymond's Run" Found Poem. Cut the word bank in pieces and have students draw words as inspiration for a found poem. This activity is a fun way for students to play with words while encapsulating the story. It make a great supplement to sta
Grades:
6th - 9th
The Outsiders Printable Pack
This pack for The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton includes a closer look at Robert Frost's poem Nothing Gold Can Stay, a diary entry for writing feelings about the book, a letter template for writing letters to the characters, a greasers vs socs Venn diagram, a wanted poster template, a newspaper article template, and a character chart
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8th - 10th
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Write the Sequel: The Watertower - Read-Aloud
One of my favourite ways to engage upper primary students in writing is having them write the sequel to a suspenseful read-aloud… and there are few books more suspenseful than The Watertower! If you thought picture books were just for little kids, prepare to be surprised. This is a seriously spooky (and sophisticated) read that I think you will enjoy as much as your students. After reading, students compose the first page of a sequel, set 10 years after the events of the first book, which devel
Grades:
3rd - 10th
Novel Study: Character Music Playlist Assignment
This resource is to expand on any novel/character/literature circle class assignment. Students will have the opportunity to explore musical lyrics that connect to the character or character situation that they are studying.
Grades:
6th - 10th
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