ABSTRACT

Presenting a powerful and stimulating approach to writing, "Location Writing" allows children to escape the confines of the classroom and develop written responses to their environment. The book features: activities covering prose, poetry, non-fiction and faction; examples of written work by both children and professional writers; detailed lesson plans and ideas; advice on establishing writers' trails; cross-curricular links; and lists of resources and suggestions for location writing around the UK.

chapter 1|25 pages

The School Environment: A Writers' Trail

chapter 2|25 pages

Castles, Houses and Ancient Monuments

chapter 3|25 pages

The Seashore

chapter 4|22 pages

Countryside

chapter 5|6 pages

Parks and Gardens

chapter 6|5 pages

Further Ideas for Location Writing

chapter 7|4 pages

Resources

chapter 8|2 pages

Further Reading