ATTENTION: There WILL be computers available for your use during class on Thursday, April 21. I have assigned each of you to a room in the B-wing. The computer labs are not available at all this week due to testing. If you don't need the computers, you will stay in B225 for the period.

Requirements for Creative Non-fiction assignment

 You must choose a non-fiction topic that you are passionate about

Find three reliable, factual sources on the topic

One must be a PRIMARY source (first-hand account or experience)

Write a ONE PAGE newsletter (use the newsletter TEMPLATES in Word) with call-out boxes using FICTIONAL TECHNIQUES, while relaying only the truth.

 Cite your sources using ENDNOTES (under References in Word). 

Use MLA format for your citations

 (EasyBib or Son of a Citation Maker are good websites for creating proper citations)

DUE at the end of class Thursday, April 21

Don't forget we are MODELING a peer editing session, reviewing "rules for responding to writing," and then working in small groups on our short stories to practice praise and critique on THURSDAY, April 7. 

This is a GRADED ACTIVITY--be there, ready to participate. 

 

It is also a FOOD DAY--Evans is providing hot chocolate and tea (and cups). Any food brought should be intended for sharing. 

Your first memoir piece (memory and POV) is due at the beginning of class, 4-7. We will continue Creative Nonfiction practice next week. 

FRIDAY is a grade day. No work from the first grading period will be accepted after Friday, March 4. Please see me AFTER SCHOOL on Tuesday (in B209) or Thursday (in the library) if you need help completing an assignment. Be proactive!


New Deadlines:
 Journal checks will be completed in class on Thursday, March 3rd.

Your first SHORT STORY or BOOK CHAPTER is due Tuesday, March 8th.

Hello! Here are a few quick reminders:

The "Shadow Troupe Story" is due TODAY, Feb. 18. 

In class I stated you can be creative with everything EXCEPT DEADLINES. The last day to turn in work from weeks 1 and 2 is Friday, Feb. 19. Please keep up with the work. There is plenty of time in class for writing, and revision is generally your only homework. 

Welcome to Semester 2, Creative Writing II.

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Can't wait to see what you have to share! 

Evans