Lessons From Grimm

Fairy tales and retellings are more popular than ever and are a great way to learn storytelling techniques. Based on the text Lessons from Grimm: How to Write a Fairy Tale, this workbook takes middle-school students from finding their own fairy tale voice to plotting their own fairy tale. Section One: Find Your Fairy Tale Voice Discover what is unique about the way you write a fairy tale. Whether you want to write funny, twisted tales or dark, spooky tales, these exercises will help you pinpoint key elements that make up your voice. Section Two: Brainstorm a Fairy Tale You will be guided step-by-step through creating your own: ¿ characters ¿ setting ¿ plot ¿ theme ¿ fairy-tale magic This workbook can help you take your writing to the next level. Get started writing a fairy tale today.