Teaching Symbolism In A Middle School Creative Writing Workshop
When running a creative writing workshop for middle school students, it is always a good idea to have some quick, fun, low-prep activities that get the students excited about writing. One of my favorite activities is the symbolism grab bag. This activity teaches students about symbolism while encouraging them to incorporate symbolism into their own original stories. All you need are some paper bags and whatever random items you might have lying around.
Mar 143 min read
Tips For Using Writing Journals To Improve Student Writing In Middle School
When it comes to writing, there is some truth to the saying, “practice makes perfect.” The best way to help middle school students hone their writing skills and gain confidence as writers is to give them ample opportunities to practice writing. Writing journals give students a space to consistently practice their writing without rules or too much structure.
Mar 74 min read
Tips For Fixing Choppy Paragraphs In Middle School
As middle school students develop their writing style, they often struggle with creating paragraphs that flow smoothly. Their writing can often sound choppy, and stilted. This choppy writing is often due to a lack of transitions and an overreliance on simple sentences. Thankfully, these are issues that can be addressed with explicit writing instruction. Here are some tips to help your students fix their choppy paragraphs.
Feb 212 min read
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