Sentence models for creative writing: A practical resource for teaching writing

Teaching at the sentence level is essential for improving writing, and this book provides hundreds of sentence models and practical advice on teaching story writing. It can be used as creative writing exercises, inspiration for exemplary texts, or ideas for writing lessons.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2023
Publisher: Hodder Education

Teaching at the sentence level is crucial for improving writing skills. Recognizing this need, I embarked on a mission to find a comprehensive book that would provide a treasure trove of sentence models to inspire my students. However, to my dismay, such a book did not exist. Undeterred, I dedicated the next year to immersing myself in hundreds of books, seeking to unravel the secret formula that defines a great sentence. Through meticulous sorting and classification, I organized these remarkable sentence structures into various domains that shape the narrative: action, setting, character, feelings, physical effects, thoughts, the senses, and dialogue.

This book is a testament to my tireless efforts. It contains hundreds of these sentence models, each accompanied by practical insights on effectively teaching the different aspects of story writing. The sentences serve as valuable resources for creative writing exercises, inspiring exemplary texts, and ideas for writing lessons. By delving into this book, readers will gain a profound understanding of the magic formula behind great writing and gain a unique window into the creative process that brings it to life.

Weight: 130g
Dimension: 147 x 210 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398340060