Writing from life - autobiographical writing

I used this with Year 7 but could be used/adapted with year 8 or 9 too dependent on ability. \nStudents consider what writing 'from life&' is, then do a short reading activity on the extract from &';Cider with Rosie'. Then they use this an inspiration for their own creative writing - a short talking activity included to prompt discussion and ideas, plus some writing in class and reflection. \n\nWorks well - could be a stand alone or padded out to form a couple of lessons.