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How To Describe Settings Through Character Description (02 New Strategies)

April 9, 2022September 15, 2020 by abeezjournal

Do you know what ‘good setting description’ reads like? Pick a book and spot where the author has described the place, the time period, the environment, and the surroundings where the actions take place. For a moment ask yourself, “What has the author done here to make this story interesting?” “Why am I able to … Read more

Describing Characters Using Direct Methods Of Characterization

April 9, 2022August 23, 2020 by abeezjournal

The successful conclusion to our Bitmoji Characterization Activity was a great start of our descriptive writing unit. My students were ready to explore their peers’ various character traits after they had completed Direct Characterization Activity. So, here is one of my favourite characterization lessons that enables my students to write interesting character descriptions as they … Read more