In Creative Writing 6, we will delve into the darkness of suspense and tension.  We will read a short story entitled The Cogston House to model techniques such as vocabulary choice, varying sentence length, keeping information hidden and foreshadowing.  Of course, students will apply their skills and new techniques daily in the creation of their own tense tales.

Creative Writing with Colin

The creative writing process is fun and imaginative, yet it is also complex and systematic. Learning to successfully write creatively goes far beyond simply having a good imagination.

Throughout the 2021 and 2022 school year we will be offering blocks of creative writing courses each with their own specific focus and objectives. Together, the courses combine to make a thorough and complete curriculum (including a great preparation for the 11+ entrance exam).

Each 5-week course is run separately and students can choose between all, some or a just a single course. Participation in previous courses is not required as each session has its own specific objectives and activities.

See attachment for full details and objectives of this course.

Course 6 – Writing Using Suspense and Tension

Class 1 Describing Settings

Class 2 Pacing

Class 3 Hiding Knowledge

Class 4 Evoking the Senses

Class 5 Putting it Together