Developing Richly Detailed Settings

To Start:
Using the character and story ideas you've developed so far, free-write on the following prompt:

• S/he could hear [fill in the sound] growing louder in the distance.

In Class:

• First, we'll break up into small groups to workshop our character and plot ideas.
  • Each person will have three minutes to share the ideas they've developed so far.
  • The group will have seven minutes to ask questions that help the author clarify and develop their story ideas. Each group member should ask at least one question. 
• Then, we'll work on developing a setting for our story, using sensory details, a photo for inspiration, and the assignment in Google Classroom.
• Finally, you'll have time to give Ally anonymous feedback about how to improve the class.

Looking Back:

• ​All of our assignments were due today. Please make sure you've turned in your:
  • Story Brainstorm
  • Character Profile
  • Plot Map
  • Setting Exploration