by NikkiYoungAuthor | Sep 21, 2020 | Writing exercises
It can be tricky, sometimes, when you’re asked to write a story but don’t know where to start. That’s where planning comes in. Today, I’m going to share some ideas with you that may help. It’s all about the planning. Honest. Whilst there are those who can put...
by NikkiYoungAuthor | Aug 25, 2020 | Writing exercises
When it comes to writing, and reluctance to write, I always encourage starting small. You’d be surprised by where that can lead. One of the writing exercises I’ve been doing with the children at the Storymakers’ Summer School these last few weeks is an extremely...
by NikkiYoungAuthor | Jul 20, 2020 | Stories
I am always encouraged to hear the children have been writing when not attending the Storymakers groups. What a delight to find out that one of them had won a writing competition! Aliona attended the Story Writers group throughout lockdown and she wrote The Magic Sand...
by NikkiYoungAuthor | Jul 10, 2020 | Writing exercises
The Young Writers got creative recently with some ‘what am I?’ quizzes. Can you guess what they’re describing? Can you come up with your own? 1.)I can whistle but I can’t talkAnd I can dance but can’t walk.I can brighten someone’s day or...
by NikkiYoungAuthor | Jun 18, 2020 | Book Reviews
The children at Storymakers have told me they’ve been reading more during lockdown and that their choice of book has differed due to having the freedom to choose. They also said they’ve enjoyed having more time to read, which is great news isn’t it? Here is a...
