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Inspiring Quotes and Writing Prompts

Explore thought-provoking quotes and respond with your own reflections. Get inspired and enhance your creative writing skills with quick writes, epigraph analysis, and more.

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Inspiring Quotes and Writing Prompts

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  1. Creative Writing ‘19 Ms. Thomson

  2. Quick Write – 7/23 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask and he will tell you the truth.” • Oscar Wilde

  3. Quick Write – 7/24 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “A story should have a beginning, middle, and end, but not necessarily in that order.” • Jean-Luc Goddard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvNWzkzFWvM

  4. The Epigraph

  5. The Epigraph Definition: In literature, an epigraph is a short quotation that is set at the beginning of a text or section of a text to suggest the theme of what’s to come. The epigraph can be: • a quote from a famous person • an excerpt or full text of a poem, phrase, lyric • a definition. Epigraphs can be a sort of preface or can set the mood or tone of the following work.

  6. The Epigraph (cont.) Part One: Your task is to investigate the origin and meaning of ONE of the following epigraphs. What is it from and what possible connection does it have with the novel’s theme? • "If they give you ruled paper, write the other way." • "Lawyers, I suppose, were children once.“ • "Then wear the gold hat, if that will move her; If you can bounce high, bounce for her too, Till she cry 'Lover, gold-hatted, high-bouncing lover, I must have you!'“ • "Did I request thee, Maker, from my clay. To mould me Man, did I solicit thee From darkness to promote me?“ • "I have tried so hard to do right.“

  7. Quarter 1 Project • By the end of the quarter, you will create a piece of Narrative Writing, and include an Epigraph that prefaces the work. • Yes. This is VERY open-ended. I realize that. • How you go about this is entirely up to you, so long as it meets the criteria discussed throughout the quarter (more information on this will follow). • Various due dates will be given throughout the quarter, acting as check-ins, and an opportunity for peer edit and workshopping your piece.

  8. Creating a Pen Name Creative Writing Week 1

  9. What is a pen name and why do I need one? • A pen name, otherwise known as a pseudonym, is an assumed name that an author will publish under, rather than his or her real name. Some of the most well-known, famous authors have used a pen name to conceal their identities. • Today, we are going to delve into some of the various reasons an author might want to use this publishing tactic. • Same name – An author may use a pen name when their real name is either confused with another author or notable individual. • Avoid overexposure – Sometimes a pen name is exercised to avoid overuse.  For example, let’s say an author publishes various pieces in a magazine. Rather than have their name listed each time, the editor will use a pen name for some of the pieces to avoid overexposing the author to the readers. • Cross-genres – An author might use a pen name when crossing over genres in an effort to keep from irritating their fan base. Let’s say your favorite author who writes intense crime novels starts writing heartfelt romance novels. Would you be a little perturbed and perplexed? This is just a quick example of why an author may use a pen name in order to save face to their fans.

  10. Brief explanation of pen name. What made you choose this name? Does it have significance? Your Pen Name Your Pen Name is due to me by Friday. Take a few days to think it over and come up with something you’re willing to commit to ALL semester! 

  11. Quick Write – 7/25 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “In the end, we all become stories.” - Margaret Atwood

  12. Setting up Google Classroom Here is the student login info: • Username: s12345@gse.cusd80.com • Default password: s12345! Once you have successfully signed in, you will need to add yourself to the Google Classroom for this period. • Class Code: f5ci5ca

  13. Brain Dump – 7/26 How Brain Dumps Work: Each Friday you will be given a vague writing prompt/question to respond to. Your job is to spend the entirety of that class period writing. Whatever comes to mind. Even if it’s messy. Some of the most beautiful things in life come from the biggest messes. Today’s Brain Dump: Is life more about the journey or the destination?

  14. Quick Write – 7/29 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good.” - John Steinbeck

  15. Peer Feedback - Epigraph • After logging into Google Classroom, and locate the newest assignment “Peer Feedback – Epigraph” • Read through the instructions to find the Pen Names of those you will be giving/receiving feedback with • Open the attached google doc to locate the writing of your group members • Finally, give EACH group member thoughtful feedback. You must include: • At least one thing that you enjoyed/found impressionable about their writing • At least one thing you would like them to further explain/expand upon

  16. Quick Write – 7/30 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “Every man’s memory is his private literature” - Aldous Huxley

  17. Quarter 1 Project • By the end of the quarter, you will create a piece of Narrative Writing, and include an Epigraph that prefaces the work. • Yes. This is VERY open-ended. I realize that. • How you go about this is entirely up to you, so long as it meets the criteria discussed throughout the quarter (more information on this will follow). • Various due dates will be given throughout the quarter, acting as check-ins, and an opportunity for peer edit and workshopping your piece.

  18. What Makes for a Good Narrative?

  19. What Makes for a Good Narrative? Tell YOURstory • When you are writing a narrative, everything else that you are doing will depend on your perspective (view). It is important therefore that you use this chance to put your ideas in order. Take advantage of the freedom of creativity here. • Strategy: Use a timeline to help organize your story, before telling it

  20. What Makes for a Good Narrative? What is the concept you want to highlight? • Before you start writing, you also have to think about the message you want to pass across. By understanding this, it becomes easier for you to set the right tone and path for your work.

  21. What Makes for a Good Narrative? Provide some “lessons learned” • As you are writing the paper, consider the lessons that you want to pass to your audience. Leave them with something to ponder/realize. The goal is to make some sort of impression on your reader.

  22. What Makes for a Good Narrative? Provide some “lessons learned” • As you are writing the paper, consider the lessons that you want to pass to your audience. Leave them with something to ponder/realize. The goal is to make some sort of impression on your reader.

  23. What Makes for a Good Narrative? Lights, Camera, Action! • The narrative essay functions a bit like a movie as it brings the event to the reader, allowing full immersion in the emotions and sensory details while delivering a lasting impression that may spark future reflection. • Key elements for pulling that off are: • vivid sensory description • concrete details.

  24. Example Writing – Evaluating for Narrative Elements Read the Example Writing, and evaluate it specifically with the criteria discussed in class: • Does it have a specific P.O.V and timeline? • Did the author consider an idea/message to highlight in the narrative? • Did the author use that idea/message to provide some sort of “lesson learned”? If so, what was the lesson? • Was the story detailed (sensory and concrete details)? What is one strong example of this, in the narrative?

  25. Ticket out the Door • Which example of narrative did you prefer? • What aspect of that example would you like to incorporate into your own narrative? • What is one idea/message, that you could potentially write about in your narrative?

  26. Quick Write – 7/31 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “You can't ascribe great cosmic significance to a simple earthly event. Coincidence. That's all anything ever is. Nothing more than coincidence.”― Scott Neustadter, (500) Days of Summer: The Shooting Script

  27. Quick Write – 8/01 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “I don’t believe in art. I believe in artists.” - Marcel Duchamp

  28. Brain Dump – 8/2 How Brain Dumps Work: Each Friday you will be given a vague writing prompt/question to respond to. Your job is to spend the entirety of that class period writing. Whatever comes to mind. Even if it’s messy. Some of the most beautiful things in life come from the biggest messes. Today’s Brain Dump: If you could capture the spirit of your childhood in one particular memory, what would it be?

  29. Quick Write – 8/05 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “I keep trying, hoping that one day I’ll write the poem that I will be proud to let sit in a museum exhibit as the only proof I existed.” - Sarah Kay

  30. Timeline Model: • Watch the clip from 500 Days of Summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqAgvTP-UDc • Read through the poem Hiroshima by Sarah Kay Discuss: • How did both the director and the poet use timelines to help structure/stylize their work? • Were they able to tell an effective/engaging story, while manipulating a timeline? • How was character development impacted by this manipulation?

  31. Example Writing – Evaluating for Narrative Elements Read the Example Writing, and evaluate it specifically with the criteria discussed in class: • Does it have a specific P.O.V and timeline? • Did the author consider an idea/message to highlight in the narrative? • Did the author use that idea/message to provide some sort of “lesson learned”? If so, what was the lesson? • Was the story detailed (sensory and concrete details)? What is one strong example of this, in the narrative?

  32. Ticket out the Door • What are your overall thoughts on the two examples shown/read today? • How could you utilize this concept (timeline manipulation) in your writing?

  33. Quick Write – 8/06 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “If you don’t tell your story, someone else will.”

  34. Peer Feedback - Timeline • After logging into Google Classroom, and locate the newest assignment “Peer Feedback – Timeline” • Read through the instructions to find the Pen Names of those you will be giving/receiving feedback with • Open the attached google doc to locate the writing of your group members • Finally, give EACH group member thoughtful feedback. You must include: • At least one thing that you enjoyed/found impressionable about their writing • At least one thing you would like them to further explain/expand upon

  35. Quarter 1 Project • By the end of the quarter, you will create a piece of Narrative Writing, and include an Epigraph that prefaces the work. • Yes. This is VERY open-ended. I realize that. • How you go about this is entirely up to you, so long as it meets the criteria discussed throughout the quarter (more information on this will follow). • FIRST CHECK POINT – Project Proposal • Due to Google Classroom by Friday (8/9)

  36. Quick Write – 8/08 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “You write so beautifully. The inside of your mind must be a terrible place.”

  37. Block Day (8/8) – Independent Rotation With the block period, work to complete all of the following: • Review the feedback given to you on your Timeline (posted on “Stream”). • In “Classwork” complete the Project Proposal • This is the first Project Check Point, and will be worth 20 points in the gradebook • Due Tomorrow (8/9) Use your time wisely.

  38. Brain Dump – 8/9 How Brain Dumps Work: Each Friday you will be given a vague writing prompt/question to respond to. Your job is to spend the entirety of that class period writing. Whatever comes to mind. Even if it’s messy. Some of the most beautiful things in life come from the biggest messes. Today’s Brain Dump: “They rattled my cage to see if I’d bite. When they released me, they’d see that the answer was yes.” **Our first notebook check will be on 8/29 (Block Day)

  39. Quick Write – 8/12 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “I write because I don’t know what I think until I read what I say.” - Flannery O’Connor

  40. The goal is to create an outlet for us all to simply let go – whether it be sharing something positive with the world or letting go of something negative that’s weighing you down. Stream of consciousness

  41. Quick Write – 8/13 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “I met a superhero. I lost her. I want her back.”

  42. Stream of Consciousness Writing After watching the music video for "Superhero", and exploring the website, it's time to create your own work based on another's stream of consciousness.  • Choose a slip of paper from the wall • Write. Whatever comes to mind. It can be a song/poem like Lauv chose to do, or perhaps a short story. You have creative freedom to interpret your anonymous co-writer's ideas. 

  43. Block Day (8/15) – Independent Rotation With the block period, work to complete all of the following: • Review the feedback given to you on your Project Proposal (posted on “Stream”). • In “Assignments” complete the Quarter Project FAQs • In “Assignments” complete the Sensory Inventory • Much like the Timeline, this is designed to help with brainstorming for the Quarter Project. Use your time wisely.

  44. Brain Dump – 8/16 How Brain Dumps Work: Each Friday you will be given a vague writing prompt/question to respond to. Your job is to spend the entirety of that class period writing. Whatever comes to mind. Even if it’s messy. Some of the most beautiful things in life come from the biggest messes. Today’s Brain Dump: Think of an object in your life that has significance (maybe an old teddy bear or a specific family picture) What is the significance of that object? What emotions/memories are associated with it? **Our first notebook check will be on 8/29 (Block Day)

  45. Quick Write – 8/19 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5-6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “If you avoid conflict, to keep the peace, you start a war inside yourself”

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