creative writing

"Explores the many worlds of science fiction, introducing beloved classics as well as new writing. Using key works as springboards and prompts, you'll also learn the nuts and bolts that go into writing science fiction that's out of this world"--From publisher description.

A guide to creative writing that contains sections on honing, strengthening, and playing with ideas and words.

Presents tips and techniques for creative writing.

Young adult novelist Denise Jaden offers advice for creating captivating stories by showing how ideas work, pinpointing the tools aspiring writers need to fan their creative flames.

"'You can write about anything, as long as you write about you.' A young boy listens as Mr. Lopez explains the class's assignment: write about yourself. Marcus is going to write about his hat collection. Alia is going to write about the vampires she talks about all the time. The boy, however, doesn't have any ideas beyond a title: 'The Story of Me by Me.' His sister suggests making lists as a way to start--Thinks I Like, Things I Know. But the things all seem disconnected. Is there a way to tie them all together? Finally, a kid's-eye guide to writing! Perfect inspiration for every child to start their very own 'Story of Me'"--Publisher.

Activities provide tips and instructions for using and crediting copyrighted material.

Provides a guide for young readers on how to write using the everyday world around for inspiration.

During a creative writing unit at Longfellow School, the students in Mrs. Brisbane's class practice using their imagination with their very own writing journals--and Humphrey finds out that writing from his imagination is harder than it looks.

Abdul loves telling stories but thinks his messy handwriting and spelling mistakes will keep him from becoming an author, until Mr. Muhammad visits and encourages him to persist.

Her second place finish in a writing contest for third graders disappoints Emma, a deaf girl, but her best friend Izzie, who did not expect much, is thrilled to finish third, so the girls decide to celebrate together. Includes an ASL fingerspelling chart and a sign language guide.