Bertram the Shepherd– CONTINUE THE STORY – 12-14 YEAR OLDS

Bertram the Shepherd– CONTINUE THE STORY – 12-14 YEAR OLDS

This story opening has been written by Johnnie Young, who has taught English and story writing to children for over thirty years.
Read the start of the story which has been specially written to capture the imaginations of your students. Let them have a copy to refer to. Then ask them to continue the story. Read out a few and discuss what makes a good story.
I think you will find that there is something in the way the opening works which will capture the imaginations of your students.