Creative_Writing_Pretty_Pretty_PPP
capturing the world
turning real life into description
notice everything • even what others ignore
Items in this lesson
capturing the world
turning real life into description
notice everything • even what others ignore
begin with the senses
what is around you right now?
quick write
List what you can see, hear, smell, feel and taste.
Then turn one basic idea into a stronger sentence.
Example: It is cold → A sharp chill bites at my skin.
lesson intentions
soft focus, sharp detail
today we will…
use sensory detail to create atmosphere
gather ideas from the world around us
work together to build imagery
craft a clear, engaging description
success looks like…
zooming in on small details
using at least 3 senses
choosing ambitious vocabulary
including 1 technique
step outside
15 minutes • use them wisely
creative walk
Take 3 photos.
Record 1 sound clip.
Notice light, texture, movement and atmosphere.
Choose details that feel interesting or unusual.
time management
5 mins → photos
5 mins → sound + exploring
5 mins → choose your best idea
Keep track of time and return promptly
SET A 15 MIN TIMER
15
minute
00
second
build ideas together
share your image • shape the atmosphere
group task
Share your photos and sounds.
Choose the most interesting one.
Create a short group description.
Aim for adjectives, senses and a technique.
helpful stems
We chose this image because…
The setting feels…
You can hear…
It is like…
share it on padlet
your ideas matter • help each other see more
upload
Post your chosen photos.
Add your short group description.
You may also upload your sound clip.
comment on 2 posts
Suggest 1 piece of imagery.
Suggest 1 sensory detail.
Use comments to help others improve.
Then borrow one idea to strengthen your own writing.
choose a prompt
pick one and let your observations shape it
prompt choices
Write about a time when everything changed.
Describe a place that feels abandoned.
Write about someone who is hiding something.
Describe a journey.
while you plan…
Add 5 ambitious adjectives.
Use at least 3 senses.
Include 1 technique: simile, metaphor or personification.
shape your writing
collect the details before you begin
planning grid
Sight:
Sound:
Smell:
Touch:
Feeling:
Adjectives I will use:
Technique I will include:
if you get stuck…
begin gently, then build
sentence starters
The first thing I noticed was…
In the distance, I could hear…
The air felt…
There was something unsettling about…
It reminded me of…
now write
turn reality into something beautiful
independent writing
Use your prompt, your observations and the Padlet feedback.
Aim for atmosphere, detail and control.
Make it feel like a place the reader can step into.
read it again
find the beauty and the next step
two stars and a wish
Star 1: a strong image or phrase
Star 2: a successful sensory detail
Wish: one precise improvement
before you leave…
reflect on the process
exit reflection
Did you manage your 15 minutes well?
What did real-life observation help you improve?
Write one sentence that is stronger than your first attempt.
