Editing and Proofing: Creative Writing Lesson Plans _11 to 14 yrs

These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to help students discover how to review and edit their stories. They will learn to -

Let the mess out and fix problems later.
Throw away anything that isn’t plot.
Improve any confusing bits / plot holes.
Fix spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Uncover their stories in a new and improved way.

Please contact Claire Vorster for free resources, or with other questions.

Resources included in this plan
Reading and Comprehension Activities
Mini and Comprehensive Writing and Editing Activities
Famous quotes for discussion
Literary examples
Story prompts
Online resource links

Learning objectives
Reading
Understanding the author’s craft: story shape
Writing
Composition: generating ideas, planning and drafting
Composition: shaping and constructing language for expression and effect
Speaking and Listening
Developing active listening skills and strategies
Group discussion and interaction: Developing and adapting discussion skills and strategies