Warrigal Road State School - Student Highlights

Warrigal Road State School
Excellence in Writing with James Moloney

James outlines how the group will spend the day.
He explains that in most stories, the main character overcomes a problem.
Each student is asked to create a character.
Students give their character a problem to overcome.
James explains the writers' motto, "Show, don't tell."
Students write a page to introduce the character and the problem.
James offers suggestions to students to polish their work.
Students read their writing to James and the group.
James contrasts the way moviemakers and writers depict settings. "All you have is words."
Students choose from four scenarios to create a setting: * A castle, an amusement park, a camping scene, a school formal.
Students share their stories with James and with each other.
James explains the process and purpose of editing.
Students choose one of their pieces of writing and add, delete or change words to improve it.
James helps students edit their writing.
Students share their stories.
Students relax after a busy and fulfilling day.