Ciao Year 7 and 8
by Elizabeth Honey
Description
Introduction to me and my books: The Ballad of Cauldron Bay Remote Man To the Boy in Berlin
The world is opening up for this age group. In a clear, practical way I show how I write and illustrate. My aim, to help the students develop writing skills and encourage the keen artists.
Topics:
How I write. Choosing the idea. Who is it for? How to write? ‘Ride the wild pony’ or work to a plan?
Using visual reference to develop a character Research. Building a plot. The all-important look of a book. Writing tips. Valuing constructive criticism. A drawing. Suggestions for young writers to try.
The world is opening up for this age group. In a clear, practical way I show how I write and illustrate. My aim, to help the students develop writing skills and encourage the keen artists.
Topics:
How I write. Choosing the idea. Who is it for? How to write? ‘Ride the wild pony’ or work to a plan?
Using visual reference to develop a character Research. Building a plot. The all-important look of a book. Writing tips. Valuing constructive criticism. A drawing. Suggestions for young writers to try.
Details
Audience
Duration
60 minutes
Requirements
Whiteboard, marker and duster. Old fashioned overhead projector & screen.