Using Classic Texts as Inspiration for Creative (Descriptive, Narrative) Writing

Looking for a way for students to add some sophistication to their writing? Look no further.

Carol Jago in her book ‘Classics in the Classroom’ argues that all students should be given the chance to experience classical literature, not just the deemed-as-gifted few. Using this resource, you can support your learners in accessing often-dense classic texts so they can extract vocabulary and techniques to experiment with in their own writing. In so doing, they not only get inspiration for their own writing but can start to appreciate the rich language that deserves the title of ‘classic’.

A useful resource at any secondary level, this will be particularly helpful for KS3 students who need to be challenged, as well as KS4 and KS5 writers. Depending on the texts you choose, the activity itself could be used with almost any age, including primary and adult learners.

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