One off writing activities
The Most Disgusting Sandwich in the World The Purpose: Up until now, we have looked at activities that encourage our students to have fun with genres such as fiction and poetry.
The Prize: When it comes to writing, comic strips are probably one of the easier sells to the reluctant students! The important thing is learning self-expression. Then ask the students to complete the sentence from their imagination and add one more sentence.
To do this means we must work to avoid always framing writing in the context of a chore; that bitter pill that must be swallowed for the good of our health. Xargle story in which he teaches his class about a different aspect of Earth life e. Get some paper and fold each piece lengthwise.
Write a diary entry or blog post about your special day as the famous person. What if it really did rain cats and dogs? You can also turn this into an art project, so the students will make it more beautiful. What a great way to celebrate writing outside of the classroom walls.
Writing for Change This is every middle school English teacher's dream site for its ability to inspire some thoughtful, dialogue- provoking writing. Ask the children who have read the story if they can think of any of the other rooms in the factory.
This could be in the form of a story, or a storyboard with accompanying pictures.
