Creative Writing

How to Get RELUCTANT READERS to Read!

May 1, 2024 Comments are Disabled

“I hate reading.”That’s what many of my students say. But I don’t buy it. What they really hate is the frustration that comes from not understanding what they read.They don’t hate reading—they just haven’t built the focus or confidence to enjoy it yet. Here’s what I’ve noticed:Most students today don’t read enough to build stamina.They lose focus quickly because they haven’t had the chance to develop it. And when they hit a word or sentence they don’t understand?They panic. They […]

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Story Prompt: Searching for Treasure

April 8, 2024 Comments are Disabled

Students need to watch the video and read the first half of the story. Then they need to write a creative ending of 150 words or more. I love using these activities as writing contests. The focus is on ideas, experimentation with language, and mastery of writing conventions (punctuation, spelling, capitalization and basic grammar). Worksheets: More Story Prompts Here: If you like what you see, please support me on creative journey by donating to Tolentino […]

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Flags Challenges/Quizzes

March 18, 2024 Comments are Disabled

There is something about flags. Maybe it is the wanderlust they evoke, or the way they remind us of the broader world we are part of.  Flags serve as an international language. You can have a student who barely speaks English, and you can still bond over flags.  Flags are also a tool to practice country names in English. Here’s  a set of “chill” activities I use after a test or grueling lesson. Students gather […]

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