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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Writing Prompt - Etch-A-Sketch


By Amy Robinson

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Writing Prompt: What comes to mind when you think of your favorite childhood toy? Make a list of 5 toys you remember playing with. Pick one and add a sensory detail to it (smell, taste, sound, touch). Then write a story, poem, or scene about that playful item, including the sensory detail. Write for 10 minutes, then post your write in the comments of this blog!

For example, I'm going to write about Inchie, the inch-worm toy that had a bright yellow saddle. He was like a horsie toy that the other kids rode, only he was a giant, green inch-worm. What are you going to write about?

Comment on this blog! Write about your favorite childhood toy. If you post your 10 minute write in the comments, you could win a free class!

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Writing Prompt - Get Schooled

By Amy Robinson

Time to go back to school! At Writing Pad you'll fill up your paper, write your books, but definitely won't get any teacher's dirty looks. We've got classes for every kind of student. Call 323-333-2954 or email marilyn@writingpad.com to enroll in our classes before they fill up!

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Writing Prompt: What comes to mind when you think of the going back to school? Make a list of 5 things that pop into your head. Pick one and add a sensory detail to it (smell, taste, sound, touch). Then write a story, poem, or scene about heading back to school, including the sensory detail. Write for 10 minutes, then post your write in the comments of this blog!

For example, I'm going to write about shopping for new jeans, with my Mom, at the cheapest store in town. While the rich kids were across the street getting Levis. What are you going to write about?

Comment on this blog! Write about your back to school experience. If you post your 10 minute write in the comments, you could win a free class!

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Writing Prompt - For the Dogs

By Amy Robinson

We're in the Dog Days of Summer now and Writing Pad classes are hot! hot! hot! Get your pens wagging happily in one of our great new classes.  Call 323-333-2954 or email marilyn@writingpad.com to enroll in our classes before they fill up!

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Writing Prompt: What comes to mind when you think of the Dog Days? Is it the overwhelming, sticky heat or is it your canine, frolicking in the lake. Make a list of 5 things that pop into your head. Pick one and add a sensory detail to it (smell, taste, sound, touch). Then write a story, poem, or scene about that special occasion, including the sensory detail. Write for 10 minutes, then post your write in the comments of this blog!

For example, I'm going to write about one summer, when I lived in Chicago without AC. The heat was over 90 at midnight, with so much humidity that old folks were dying.  What are you going to write about?

Comment on this blog! Write about your dog days? If you post your 10 minute write in the comments, you could win a free class!