Making Your Writing More Realistic and Exciting: Show, Don't Tell

Making Your Writing More Realistic and Exciting: Show, Don't Tell

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English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

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This lesson teaches how to make writing more realistic and engaging by using the 'show, not tell' technique. It reviews writing prompts and the writing process, highlights common mistakes, and provides steps to improve writing by showing actions and emotions instead of merely telling them. An example is given to illustrate the revision process, emphasizing the importance of adding details to enhance storytelling.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How did the writer revise the section about taking a shot in basketball?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What emotions did the writer convey when they missed the shot?

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