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CRAFT LESSONS: Week Three

            The first portion of this week’s reading dealt with character development when writing.  Young writers struggle with the indepth thoughts and empathy needed to fully develop characters. During adolescence, most students are so focused on themselves and their dramas that analysis of others is difficult. Not to say it is impossible for them to do so but it is a challenging part of teaching this type of writing.

            Setting is another aspect of developing interesting writing.  The choice of setting is integral to the plot of any story.  Setting influences character development and the conflict of a story.

            Other writing aspect discussed is the use of flashbacks, time transitions, irony and symbolism.  These writing tools are used by sophisticated writers and should begin being developed during the middle school years.

            This weeks reading ended with a discussion of the importance of a good title to titillate a reader.