Show, Don't Tell
Practicing techniques to convey emotions and actions through description rather than direct statement.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between 'showing' and 'telling' in narrative writing.
- Design a short paragraph that 'shows' a character's anger without stating they are angry.
- Evaluate the impact of 'showing' on reader engagement compared to 'telling'.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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