Writing about a Snowpal: Short Story Creative Writing Assignment, 6th 7th 8th

This creative writing project is perfect for engaging middle school students during the winter holidays or on a snowy day. Students will create a snowpal protagonist for a short story they will write. They will use graphic organizers to develop their protagonist and antagonist. They will also use graphic organizers to develop a setting, brainstorm dialogue to include, and outline a plot for their stories. In addition, they will make a storyboard in their packets that illustrate the six main events. The story writing graphic organizers in this resource help students structure their narratives. An editing and revising checklist for self-assessment encourages students to check their work closely before starting their final drafts. Reflection questions can be used for closure. There is also an optional extended practice page for students to brainstorm a sequel. Students can just fill out the graphic organizer or write another story, whichever you prefer them to do. Be sure to include this fun winter writing activity with your other narrative writing prompts!

What’s included in this resource:

• 10-page student packet with cover page
• Graphic organizers for developing the protagonist, antagonist, setting, and plot
• A page for students to make a storyboard
• Graphic organizer for brainstorming dialogue to include
• Editing and revising checklist
• Reflection questions
• Extended practice: Graphic organizer for brainstorming a sequel

Benefits:

• Helps students develop their story-writing skills, including plot structure
• Engaging and fun winter-themed writing prompt for sparking student interest
• Gives students practice writing dialogue
• Can be used for winter holidays, including Christmas

Instructions/tips for implementation:

• Review the instructions with the class.
• Allow students to work independently on crafting their stories.
• Optional: Use the last page as an extended writing practice. Have students fill out the graphic organizer for brainstorming a sequel to their story. If you want them to have further writing practice, have them write the sequel.
• For additional engagement, consider organizing a peer feedback session where students can read and provide feedback on their classmates' narratives.

This resource is licensed for single classroom use only, including homeschool use. It is also licensed for single classroom use online, provided that it is available on password-protected sites only.

Great for 6th, 7th and 8th grade!

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