Creative Writing

Background Music for Writing!

Before my students write, I ask—“What country do you want to visit today?” We then play a 4K video of that country with light music. There is something about beautiful views and ideas. Here are some videos I play in my classroom: Norway 4K: Iceland 4K Italy 4K: New Zealand 4K: Dubai 4K: Romania 4K: Argentina 4K: USA 4k:

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Mission Impossible: The Ultimate Directions Challenge!

This activity is designed to reinforce the importance of carefully reading directions before beginning any assignment. Many students tend to skim instructions and rush into their work, which can lead to errors, confusion, and unnecessary frustration. This challenge provides a fun, engaging, and memorable way to highlight the importance of attention to detail. Worksheet Here: Donate Here:

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Write a Short Story About a Storm!

Your Task: Write a Short Story About a Storm. That’s right—a storm. But what kind of storm will it be? Perhaps you’re behind the wheel when the sky darkens, and the clouds begin to swirl like a Van Gogh painting in motion. Or maybe the storm takes on a life of its own, marching forward like an unstoppable army. You could even capture the eerie calm that lingers in the air the moment the storm […]

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