Creative Writing Workshop · Summer Term

Writing Short Stories

Planning, drafting, and revising original short narratives.

Key Questions

  1. Design a clear plot outline for an original short story, including rising action and resolution.
  2. Explain how to maintain consistent character voice and plot coherence throughout a short story.
  3. Critique a peer's short story, offering constructive feedback for improvement.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Exploring and UsingNCCA: Primary - Communicating
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: The Power of Words: Literacy and Expression
Unit: Creative Writing Workshop
Period: Summer Term

Suggested Methodologies

Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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Peer Teaching

Students prepare and deliver mini-lessons to classmates

30–55 min

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Learning Contracts

Student-negotiated goals, methods, and assessment criteria

45–90 min

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