Mix and Match Storyline

Allison Blackburn, Emily Cox, and Bridget Milroy

 

 

Introduction:

Imagine that you have just been chosen to write the first great American two-page novel, but you have no idea what to write about! Where did Dr. Suess get his inspriration anyway? We may never know the answer to that question, but we can help you come up with your own bright ideas.

Task:

In order to create your own masterpiece, you must successfully complete all of the stages in the writing process.

After choosing a character, setting, and object, you will complete a pre-writing activity that will breathe life into your story. After creating a rough draft, you'll be faced with the challenge of revising and editing. If you successfully complete all the activities, you will have a two-page story worthy of the WebQuest Seal of Honor.

Procedure:

I. Pre-writing

A. Choose a picture of a setting, character, and object. Click on the following link to view the pictures.

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B. After choosing pictures, review pre-writing guidelines and construct your own R.A.F.T.S.

 

2. Writing

A. Check out the woodchuck to review your writing

B. Write a creative piece in which you placing the character you have chosen in you selected setting. Don't forget to include the object as well! Try to fill up two pages, front and back, writing on every other line.

 

3. Revising/Clarifying

A. Read tips for revising:

B. Participate in Read-Around-Groups (see teacher for instructions)

C. Take suggestions from the Read-Around-Groups and make the necessary changes to your work.

4. Editing

A. Click on the link below to complete "The Proof is in the Pudding" editing worksheet.

B. Give the latest edition of your story to a peer for another editing activity. Peer editors must fill out the checklist that they print from the link below.

If you are still unsure, read some editing tips at the website below.

C. Revise your paper one more time! This time taking into consideration the comments your peer editor made on your story.

5. Final Draft

A. Read your story aloud. Make sure that it flows smoothly. If you stumble on a sentence or a paragraph, make sure it is clear and concise.

Make sure your story "shows", and doesn' t just "tell" the reader.

 

B. Make sure your story is either typed or neatly written. Staple your paper in the upper left hand corner. Make sure your name is on the story.

C. Don't forget a title!

 

WAIT!!! One final thing! If you want to see how your grade will be determined, check this out!

 

Conclusion:

Congratulations!!! You have written the next two-page Great American Novel!! As a matter of fact, you put Dr. Suess to shame!

Now that you're an expert on the creative writing process, be sure to use these skills (pre-writing, writing, revising, editing, and final draft) on your next writing adventure.