Creative Writing: Fun, Fluent, & Fabulous!
The sun is shining, the days are long, summer is here! School holidays can be the perfect time to dive into the world of creative writing. Especially if your child is gearing up for common entrance exams, which often spotlight creative or persuasive writing.
Why Story Structure Matters:
Every great writer knows that a captivating story isn’t just about creativity; it’s about structure. It’s the backbone that holds the narrative together, giving it direction and purpose. For children preparing for exams, understanding how to plan, develop a given topic and review their work can truly set them apart.
Top Summer Writing Tips:
📝 Three-Part Tales: Dive into the magic of storytelling by teaching them the classic structure: beginning, middle, and end. Start with short sentences for each section, then expand. It’s a fantastic way to practice planning and structure!
🌺 Descriptive Delights: Summer is a sensory delight. Encourage them to harness the vibrant sights, sounds, and smells of the season to inspire vivid storytelling.
⏰ Writing Race: Here’s a fun family challenge - set a topic and start a timer. The goal? To write the most engaging story before time runs out. It’s not just fun; it’s a playful way to simulate exam conditions.
🔍 Grammar Detective: Turn proofreading into a game. Craft a story sprinkled with intentional errors and challenge them to play detective, finding and correcting each one. Great way to practise proof-reading and reviewing their work!
đź“š Vocab Challenges: Words are the building blocks of stories. Introduce a new word daily and challenge them to use it!
🔄 Story Swap: Encourage them to exchange stories with friends and guess their inspiration. It’s a gentle introduction to the world of peer reviews.
Need further help? You can always book one of The Rocket House specialist teachers to support and inspire your child at home!
