Inspiration is everywhere, but sometimes it is difficult to see. Sometimes our students need help in this department. We can't expect them to be filled with ideas and know exactly how to develop their story. Sometimes, we need to model the process of writing a story. Below, I have outlined a simple method that you … Continue reading How to Write a Short Story When You Have No Ideas
Month: October 2021
Creating Stories using Emojis: A fun and easy way to enjoy storytelling
Reading is complicated. Students will invariably associate reading with books. Big, ugly books that are far too complicated to be enjoyed or understood. But reading, as a skillset, is far more broad than that. When we read, we are inferring the intended meaning of its creator. We read sign posts, traffic lights and signals. These … Continue reading Creating Stories using Emojis: A fun and easy way to enjoy storytelling
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