Week 6: What to Expect

Mon. Oct. 8th: School Closed

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Enjoy the time with family and food!

Tues. Oct. 9th:
* Week 3 & 4 Vocab quiz
* Group exploration of Samples of Excellence
* Group dissection. What does your Narrative need to be exemplary?
* Narrative Essentials outlined
* Plot your Narrative: Outline due tomorrow

Wed. Oct. 10th:
*  Dialogue Rules. This is key to believable characters and engaging your audience. See the Excellent Dialogue Tricks and Tips sheet
* Begin crafting your brilliant narrative
* See How to Write Better: 7 Instant Fixes

Thurs. Oct. 11th:
* Simile and metaphor practice. The lifeblood of great writing!
* See How to Show (Not Tell)
* Finish writing your Narrative draft

Fri. Oct. 12th:
* "Show Don't Tell" This is what all must do in their writing. I challenge you, can you incorporate olfactory imagery? What about taste?
* Peer exchange, edit and revise Narrative.
* Good Copy DUE MONDAY