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Writing Dialogue: Creative Writing Activities for 15 to 18 years

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Realistic dialogue elevates and sharpens any story. With these four activities your students will discover how and why conversations can drive their plot forward. And, what characters think or don’t say can reveal even more. Your students will learn

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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A Christmas Carol: Fun Activities, Lesson Plans, Printables

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Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean-spirited old man who hates everything - even Christmas! But when three spirits visit him one Christmas Eve, Scrooge is taken on a journey into the past, present and future that will change him forever. These four simple

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

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RL.K.9, RL.K.10, W.K.3, W.K.5, W.K.6, W.K.8, SL.K.1, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2

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KS1 Great Fire of London - 4 Full Lesson Plans and Resources

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One little spark, that’s all it took to start the Great Fire of London. Here are four full lesson plans plus all the resources you need to turn up, engage, inspire and teach KS1 Great Fire of London. Lessons include listening and speaking, history,

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Creative Writing, Reading, British History

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st

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Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities, English (UK)

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Narrative Writing: Structure and Story Dynamics for 12-14yrs

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With the right tools, your students can write confident and compelling narrative pieces. These lessons apply secrets from a master storyteller to build on existing skills, adding a dynamic story telling element. Your students will learn how to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Individual), Worksheets, Activities

CCSS:

SL.K.1, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10

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The Lighthouse Cat Kit: 10 Activities, Printables, Story Writing

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In an old lighthouse, where a twenty-four-candle lantern lights a sparkling blue-green sea, live a lighthouse keeper and his little companion – a cat called Mackerel. One day, a huge storm comes and the lights go out. Mackerel has an ingenious plan

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Arts

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Fun Stuff, Printables

CCSS:

RL.K.10, RI.K.2, RI.K.10, SL.K.1, SL.K.1a, SL.K.1b, SL.K.5, SL.K.6, L.K.5c, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4...

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Realistic Characters & Emotion: Creative Writing Activities for 15 to 18 yrs

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Ray Bradbury’s advice on how to write confident and compelling narrative? “Let the world burn through you. Throw the prism light, white hot, on paper.”With the right tools, your students can write narrative pieces that blaze. In these lessons

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Reading, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Writing Dialogue: Creative Writing Lesson Plans_15 to 18 years

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Realistic dialogue elevates and sharpens any story. With this bundle of lessons your students will discover how and why conversations can drive their plot forward. And, what characters think or don’t say can reveal even more. Your students will

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.3d, W.9-10.5, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5...

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The Lighthouse Keepers Lunch: Fun Lessons and Resources

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There are many great reasons why The Lighthouse Keepers Lunch is so fun to read and teach . Here are four lesson plans plus all the resources you need to turn up, engage, and teach this fantastic story. Lessons include listening and speaking,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Fun Stuff

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RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.4, RL.K.7, RL.K.10, W.K.5, SL.K.1a, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2, CCRA.R.2...

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The Lighthouse Keepers Christmas Kit: Fun Lessons and Resources

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Mr and Mrs Grinling are looking forward to an extra-special Christmas with their great-nephew, George. But on Christmas Eve, Mr Grinling and George get stranded in the middle of a storm! Can Mrs Grinling reach them in time for a Christmas Dinner?The

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Fun Stuff

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RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.4, RL.K.7, RL.K.10, W.K.8, SL.K.1, SL.K.1a, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2...

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Opening Lines & Hooks: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15 to 18 yrs

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There's nothing quite like staring at a blank page. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers as students discover techniques to conquer those first line blues. They will learn to - Grab the reader's attention from the very first

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.3d, W.9-10.10, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Effective Story Endings: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15 to 18 yrs

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We've all read great stories that end in a rush, and others that should have ended sooner. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to help students discover how to write effective story endings. They will learn to - · Review the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3c, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Creative Writing Lesson Plans: Structure and Planning for 12-14yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

With the right plot, your students can write confident and exciting stories. These Creative Writing lessons start with a simple plotting tool and will build on existing skills, each time adding a new story telling element. Your students will learn

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

SL.8.1, SL.8.1d, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Visual Story Prompts Kit: 15-18 years

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Every great picture packs an unforgettable story, but which one? With this adaptable Visual Story Starter Kit, your students can choose from 12 curated creative writing prompts. Each image is designed to inspire your students, and help them to write

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

10^th, 11^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Fun Stuff

CCSS:

W.K.5, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10

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Engaging Characters: Creative Writing Lessons for 15 to 18yrs

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From Sherlock Holmes to Mary Poppins, some characters stay with readers far beyond the final page. This bundled lesson guide will help your students to master the techniques required to create memorable and complex characters. Your students will

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Literature

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Realistic Fiction: Mini and Comprehensive Writing Activities for 14 to 18 yrs

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With the right tools, your students can write narrative pieces that blaze. In these four activities they will turn life’s strangest moments into a dramatic story. They’ll gain the skills to become highly attuned to the world around them, develop

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1

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3 Act Story Structure: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15-18 yrs

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Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Writing Dialogue: Mini Activities for 15 to 18 yrs

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These mini creative writing activities help students to explore what informs and motivates their characters’ dialogue. Students will also learn how to punctuate and format correctly, before they start tearing their hair out!You will find a fabulous

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10

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Create Engaging Characters: 12 Creative Writing Activities & Printables 12-18yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

From Sherlock Holmes to Mary Poppins, some characters stay with readers far beyond the final page. These 12 activities will help your students to master the techniques required to create memorable and complex characters. Your students will learn to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3d, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10

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Writing Dialogue: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 11 to 14 years

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Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson Plans (Bundled), Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Story Prompts Kit for 12 to 14 yrs

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With the Story Starter Kit, your students can choose their own creative writing prompts. Each prompt will tell a great story, but which one? This activity is designed to inspire your students, and help them to write from the heart.Learning

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

CCSS:

W.K.5, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Claire Vorster is a children's author and CELTA qualified English Tutor, working with children aged 5-18 studying at United World College of South East Asia and many others. She is a member of the Oxford University Press Research Forum. Claire's writing is currently featured in a book by Financial Times columnist Professor Heather McGregor.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Claire Vorster offers * Student-centred English Tutoring for learners aged 5 to 18 * Multi-media lessons using familiar scenarios, hobbies and interests to expand on what students know and to offer the best opportunity for progress in spoken and/or written English. * Lessons that compliment and consolidate school based learning. * A refreshing emphasis on encouragement and inspiration.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

National Library Of Poetry Editor's Choice Award, Semi-Finalist in U.S. Poetry Guild Competition 1998

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Lutterworth Grammar School Bristol University CELTA

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Reading, Specialty, Social Studies - History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, ELA Test Prep, British History, Life Skills, Literature, Writing, Writing-Essays

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