Writing Challenge: Oulipo N + 7
Here’s a fun poetry exercise for middle or high school students. Actually, adults might like it too!
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Narrative Writing Prompt: An Unforgettable Dream
Occasionally, I like to share some of the writing assignments we give students at WriteAtHome. This one provides an …
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Teaching Tip: 3 Rules for Creating Effective Writing Assignments
One of the toughest tasks of the writing teacher is coming up with assignments that challenge students without frustrating or boring them. I’m often asked if in our WriteAtHome courses we “tell students what to write,” or if we “give them the topic.” Here’s how I answer that.
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Descriptive Writing Prompt: An Unexpected Guest
Here’s another good writing assignment for middle or high school aged students. Feel free to use it; it’s worked for …
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