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Tightening tension scenes in narratives build suspense - and of course, tension. There's a play of figurative language, sensory devices, and writing techniques that all contribute to the overall effect.
Sizzling starts Narrative examples highlight the effects of starters or openers in narrative writing. Aligned to seven steps to writing success, these 5 sizzling starts are sure to hook any reader.
National Poetry Month in April is perhaps the best time to celebrate poets and their poetry and also teach poetry to your students.
Student rewards and awards are the best way to celebrate all the hard work students have put in during the week, term, semester, or year.
Read about some fun End of Year activities to do with your elementary students. A free scavenger hunt to add to all the excitement.