Improving The Powers Of Observation Among Young Writers
Learning to be keenly observant is a valuable life skill. When one has a writer’s notebook it is such an advantage if the notebook owner possesses keen observational abilities. The mindful writer strives to notice things in the world around them, more acutely, more consciously, including sensory observations. They appreciate how such observations can complement their writing efforts. Observation serves the writer well. A window is always available through which to capture a little magic. To assist inexperienced student writers develop this essential awareness requires mindful action in the classroom: Share text examples where the writer includes sensory details. Details that enable the reader to visualize the scene. Where writers employ show, don't tell, the reader is more likely to visualize the events and actions described. The words are decidedly reader friendly. ...