Write Out of the Classroom

Based on the author’s extensive experience in developing and leading out-of-classroom ‘intelligent observation’ and writing workshops, this unique book steers educators through the subtleties of guiding thoughtful data collection sessions in varied environments; selecting appropriate and motivational places and forms of writing, and running sessions linked to specific creative and factual writing tasks._x000D_ The book covers the following areas and techniques and how they relate to out-of-classroom work:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ planning outings and choosing locations;_x000D_ leading language and ideas brainstorm sessions;_x000D_ descriptive poetry inspired by outdoor settings;_x000D_ ‘reflective haikus’, cinquains, and minimalist poetry;_x000D_ creating stunning plots and storylines;_x000D_ collective story writing;_x000D_ fictitious diary forms;_x000D_ descriptive travel writing;_x000D_ understanding poetry’s mechanics and sound patterns;_x000D_ assisting students with editing._x000D_