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Writer’s Block: Poetry in Everyday Life
It’s February, a month famous for sharing sweet sentiments, so what better time is there to talk about poetry? Whether you want to craft a ditty for that special someone–or not–everyone can learn to enjoy and even write poetry. Most teens groan when their teacher talks about poetry in English class, but the truth is, we use poetry all the time. It adds beauty and extra dimension to writing, songs, and creative expressions. In this meeting, we’ll talk about the basics of meter, the difference between rhyme and free verse, and some common poetic devices. Then, at the end, I’ll share a writing activity so you can practice being your…
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How to Avoid Writing Pitfalls
I’m excited to share this month’s creative writing topic on Writer’s Block, a creative writing club for young writers. There, their, or they’re? Its or it’s? This month, we talk about common writing pitfalls and how to spot them. We also look at what makes a strong opener versus a weak opener for a story and also how to write strong dialogue. Don’t miss the hands-on writing activity at the end! Join us on YouTube, and take a moment to comment or share your thoughts on today’s video. Write on! Kristen
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The Challenge to Write Simply
Welcome back to Writer’s Block, a creative writing club designed for young writers. In this month’s meeting, we talk about how less can definitely be more with our writing, but writing simply is much harder than we might think! In today’s video, we talk about ways to write tightly and clear. The writing activity is one you won’t want to miss. Join us on YouTube, and take a moment to comment or share your thoughts on today’s class. Write on! ~ Kristen
