Engaging Writing Activities
Objective-Driven Timed Exercises for Classroom and Independent Practice
Published on 28. December 2023
Book
Hardback
166 pages
978-1-4758-6930-9 (ISBN)
Description
This writing book is designed for students of all writing calibers. Whether the writing practice happens in a classroom or a coffee shop, students of writing can benefit from this book of objective-driven exercises. It is designed to not only enhance skills and voice, but to do so with time efficiency in mind. Writers can choose between the 3 different timed sections and then narrow down their needs based on skill, topic, or genre.
While engaging with this distinctive resource, writers will:
Access 180 prompts (perfect for school use)Practice skills through a variety of unique writing promptsStrengthen style and voiceUtilize mentor texts and stimulus materials to promote creative thoughtHone in on specific skills by choosing the objective-driven prompt that meets individualized needsChoose how much time to spend on writing and choose a prompt within that time framePractice analyzing and writing across different genres
While engaging with this distinctive resource, writers will:
Access 180 prompts (perfect for school use)Practice skills through a variety of unique writing promptsStrengthen style and voiceUtilize mentor texts and stimulus materials to promote creative thoughtHone in on specific skills by choosing the objective-driven prompt that meets individualized needsChoose how much time to spend on writing and choose a prompt within that time framePractice analyzing and writing across different genres
Reviews / Votes
Engaging Writing Activities is everything you need to kick-start your love of creative writing. With each incredibly thought-provoking writing prompt, I was transported to a whole new level of creative thinking. It is an inspiring read that allows you to tap into your imagination through the art of writing. -- Jen Lena, social media content creator and sales coordinator at Global Entertainment Platform Engaging Writing Activities is a must-have for literature and creative writing teachers. It provides clear, succinct, creative prompts that will engage every type of learner. The book's practicality and versatility also make it invaluable. From utilizing prompts as classroom openers to further the study of literary techniques, to relying on the book to provide activities for full writing lessons, this book does it all well! Whether teachers are trying to create meaningful sub plans or develop entire creative writing units, there's one clear compass that should guide them: this book. -- Timm Freitas, consultant, author, content creator, founder/CEO of The Garden of English, and full-time high school educator in Whitinsville, MassachusettsMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Illustrations
15 b/w illustrations; 3 tables
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 157 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
403 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4758-6930-9 (9781475869309)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Michelle Lindsey | Heather Garcia
Engaging Writing Activities
Objective-Driven Timed Exercises for Classroom and Independent Practice
E-Book
12/2023
1st Edition
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
€28.49
Available for download
Persons
Michelle Lindsey is a published author and a secondary English teacher and Program Planner. She was awarded the annual NCTE Highschool Teacher of Excellence Award for the State of Florida and Teacher of the Year in her current school. She uses her teaching and writing experience to encourage and inspire writers throughout the world.
Heather Garcia is a published author and secondary English teacher with almost two decades of classroom and district leadership experience. She has expertly hosted international creative writing workshops for students that resulted in the publication of their work in a profesional journal
Heather Garcia is a published author and secondary English teacher with almost two decades of classroom and district leadership experience. She has expertly hosted international creative writing workshops for students that resulted in the publication of their work in a profesional journal
Content
Preface
Introduction
Section One: 5-Minute Exercises
Section Two: 25-Minute Exercises
Section Three: 45-Minute Exercises
Author Biographies
Introduction
Section One: 5-Minute Exercises
Section Two: 25-Minute Exercises
Section Three: 45-Minute Exercises
Author Biographies