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Matthews, Dorothy, Ed. – Illinois English Bulletin, 1979
The eight prose and 20 poetry entries in this bulletin were selected by a panel of the Illinois Association of Teachers of English as representing the best student writing in the state for 1978. The prose selections include descriptive passages and short stories, while the poetry entries represent a variety of forms, among them haiku and free…
Descriptors: Awards, Bulletins, Creative Writing, Descriptive Writing
Stewart, Donald, Ed. – Kansas English, 1979
The items in this booklet represent the writing of Kansas authors in grades eight through 12. Entries vary in form and include descriptive paragraphs, lyric and narrative poetry, personal reflections, expository writing, and short stories. Among the variety of topics chosen for literary focus are life, shoes, a balloon, a teddy bear, loneliness,…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, English Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Students
Clements, Susan – Blue Cloud Quarterly, 1988
This publication contains 17 poems that portray experiences of the Native American poet. American Indian images and symbols are combined in these poems: (1) "Grace"; (2) "Bowl With Splatter-Painted Hand"; (3) "Turtle"; (4) "Poem for a Newborn Niece"; (5) "Willowemoc"; (6) "The Vision-Hunter Dies in the Rain"; (7) "At the Top of the Fire Tower in…
Descriptors: American Indian Literature, American Indians, Creative Writing, Cultural Images
Norrish, Dilys, Ed. – Literacy Broadsheet, 1997
Includes nine articles on the subject of writing and how it's taught: "Aspects of Literacy: A Statistical Viewpoint" (Chester, and Holden); "Writing the Austradon" (Moore); "What Next? Working with Novice Writers" (Kelly); "Text Analysis: A Practical Teaching Tool" (Hazell); "Different Text Types: An…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Literacy Education
1999
This 30-minute videotape program is designed to show educators, librarians, and parents that teaching children how to write poetry will help them feel their worth, instill confidence in them, and create in them an enthusiasm for learning in general. The program is part of the "Poetry and Children Series," which is based on the idea that…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Creative Writing, Figurative Language, High Schools
Download full textMitchell, Roger, Ed.; Shermis, Michael, Ed. – Research & Creative Activity, 1996
This theme issue features 11 articles on the research interests of Indiana University faculty whose work on various campuses continues to advance knowledge about creative writing. Articles in this issue are "Creative Writing and the Future" (Roger Mitchell) which outlines the historical beginnings of the intellectual disciplines of…
Descriptors: Authors, Creative Writing, Higher Education, Intellectual Disciplines
Hellerman, Susan B., Ed. – Imagine...Opportunities and Resources for Academically Talented Youth, 1993
This theme issue focuses on academic competitions for academically talented youth. It lists approximately 30 selected competitions from a variety of academic areas, describing their eligible grade levels, types of projects or tests involved, fees, awards, and deadlines. An article describes the National Merit Scholarship Program and use of the…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Books, Competition, Creative Thinking
Starkey, David, Ed.; And Others – Carolina English Teacher, 1995
Offering the notion of writing pedagogy as a "bazaar with many booths," this collection of articles on teaching creative writing is focused on applicability to all levels of instruction. The 10 articles, after a Foreword by the editor, are, as follows: "Before Writing: Remember What Makes Writing Easy" (Donald M. Murray);…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Playwriting
Wyman, Linda, Ed. – Missouri English Bulletin, 1984
The articles in this journal issue focus on the use of poetry for study in classrooms at all levels. Titles and authors of the articles include (1) "Summoning the Poem: Several Roads to Xanadu" by Ben F. Nelms; (2) "ABC's of Reading and Writing Poetry in Junior High" by Barbara Arnold; (3) "Invitations" by Elizabeth D. Nelms; (4) "Teaching Poetry…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction, Higher Education
Gallo, Donald R., Ed. – Connecticut English Journal, 1979
The theme of this issue of the "Connecticut English Journal" is poetry instruction. Numerous ideas, examples, programs, and resources are offered to help students and teachers learn to read, analyze, write, and enjoy poems. The 28 articles and poems provide interpretations of what poetry is, ideas for publishing student writing, strategies for…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Critical Reading, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction
Peer reviewedPula, Judith J., Ed. – Maryland English Journal, 1993
A semi-annual refereed publication of research and instructional practices in English/language arts and allied fields, preschool through adult levels, this volume of "Maryland English Journal" presents articles on a variety of subjects and showcases the work of young writers. Articles in volume 28, number 1 focus on ethnographic studies…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction, Ethnography
Reid, Gem; And Others – Insights into Open Education, 1993
This issue of "Insights into Open Education" presents three short articles dealing with teaching poetry, English instruction, and the concept of time. The first article, "Teaching Poetry Tips" (Gem Reid), discusses the author's experiences conducting a week-long poetry workshop for a class of 30 second graders. The second…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Elementary Education, English Instruction, Grade 2
YALA Journal, 1990
The YALA journal is an annual publication of the Young Adult Learning Academy (YALA) in New York City, New York. This journal, one of many YALA publications and projects, was designed to encourage students to assume active roles in their education and to present their ideas, feelings, and craft to others. The YALA was established in 1984 to…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Creative Writing, Dropout Programs, Dropouts
Karolides, Nicholas J., Ed. – Wisconsin English Journal, 1982
The articles in this journal issue present four methods for developing units in expository and creative writing instruction. The titles of the articles and their authors are as follows: (1) "A Writing Unit: Ten or Twenty Kids on Their 10-Speeds" (Joyce S. Steward); (2) "Great Painting, Great Writing" (Keith F. Voos); (3) "Building a Character:…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Characterization, Creative Writing, Curriculum Development
Crabbe, John K., Ed.; Crabbe, Katharyn F., Ed. – 1979
Reflecting the view that a single formula for revolutionizing the teaching of writing is unavailable, this publication of the New York State English Council presents a series of articles dealing with various topics in the teaching of composition in high school and college settings. Subjects discussed include the following: the use of fables in the…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Descriptive Writing, English Curriculum, Essays
