Tips for Better Writing

by Louise Spilsbury

Overview

The ingredients for a quality narrative, informational, or opinion piece of writing are found in this thorough guide to the world of writing. Readers will examine the steps of crafting a well-written report as well as learn how fiction writers construct believable characters and helpful dialogue to keep their stories flowing. "Tips for Success" boxes and plenty of examples make this book an accessible and valuable tool for any writer's toolbox.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781482401547
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2014
Series:	The Student's Toolbox
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 How to Write Well 4

Chapter 2 Writing Opinion Pieces 6

Writing an Introduction 8

Planning Opinion Pieces 10

Chapter 3 Writing Informational Texts 12

Organizing Information 14

Adding Illustrations 16

Choosing Words Carefully 18

Chapter 4 Writing Narratives 20

Narrators and Characters 22

Dialogue and Description 24

Making Narratives Flow 26

Chapter 5 How to Write Conclusions 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32