Through poetry, fiction, personal narrative, and playwriting, students will improve their writing skills by being invited to put their truths on the page. Perfect for a moment of inspiration as well as for deeper exploration, these easy-to-use and field-tested activities engage students from a variety of ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds and encourage the recognition that their voices matter. The book's eleven chapters include:
- Dozens of exercises accompanied by teacher notes and suggestions.
- Links to standards for each activity.
- Examples of student work.
- An overview of the writing process from icebreakers to editing.
- Suggestions for further reading.
Through poetry, fiction, personal narrative, and playwriting, students will improve their writing skills by being invited to put their truths on the page. Perfect for a moment of inspiration as well as for deeper exploration, these easy-to-use and field-tested activities engage students from a variety of ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds and encourage the recognition that their voices matter. The book's eleven chapters include:
- Dozens of exercises accompanied by teacher notes and suggestions.
- Links to standards for each activity.
- Examples of student work.
- An overview of the writing process from icebreakers to editing.
- Suggestions for further reading.
Jump Write In!: Creative Writing Exercises for Diverse Communities, Grades 6-12
176Jump Write In!: Creative Writing Exercises for Diverse Communities, Grades 6-12
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780787977771 |
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Publisher: | Wiley |
Publication date: | 08/23/2005 |
Series: | Jossey-Bass Teacher Series |
Pages: | 176 |
Product dimensions: | 7.03(w) x 9.27(h) x 0.46(d) |
Age Range: | 6 - 12 Years |