Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. #2: Figurative Language. Non-literal comparisons—such as similes, metaphors, personification, alliteration, and oxymoron—add “spice” to writing and can help paint a more vivid picture for the reader. Examples. My hair is like peach fuzz. (simile).

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. Tricks of the writing trade to help you meet and exceed writing expectations. Ideas developed by Mary Ellen Ledbetter Powerpoint created by Gwen S. Thibadeau. Why use Smiley Face Tricks???. These writing techniques are common tools that ALL authors use.

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Smiley Face Trick #1

Smiley Face Trick #1. Magic Three By Mary Ellen Ledbeter. Magic Three. Three parallel groups of words, phrases, or clauses, usually separated by commas, that create a poetic rhythm or add support for a point, especially when the three word groups have their own modifiers.

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Smiley Face Traits

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. Smiley Face Tricks are used to make your writing better. We will learn 8 different ways to make your writing better, by making it sound better. Magic Three. Three parallel groups of words Separated by commas

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Smiley Face Tricks for Writing

Smiley Face Tricks for Writing. Based on the writings of Mary Ellen Ledbetter. REPETITION FOR EFFECT. ☺ Repeat a symbol, sentence starter, important word, etc. ☺ Repeat specially chosen words/phrases to make a point/to stress certain ideas ☺ Decide purpose before you begin writing.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. Tips to make your writing better. Trick #1. MAGIC 3 —Three examples in a series can create a poetic rhythm or at least add support for a point, especially when the three items have their own modifiers. Example:

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Creative Writing Language Techniques

Creative Writing Language Techniques. Simile. Describing something by indirectly comparing it to something else; using the words “like” or “as” Her head was covered in curls like corkscrews. Metaphor. Describing one thing by directly comparing it to other.

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Smiley-Face Tricks for Writing By Mary Ellen Ledbetter

Smiley-Face Tricks for Writing By Mary Ellen Ledbetter. Some Smiley-Face Tricks for Writing By Mary Ellen Ledbetter. FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE MAGIC 3 HYPHENATED MODIFIERS.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. What exactly are Smiley Face tricks??? Well, they are tricks that will help you to become more advanced writers. They work, they really do!!!! You will need to use these tricks throughout the year in all of your writing so

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What are Smiley-face Tricks?

What are Smiley-face Tricks?. Smiley-face tricks are a fun way to get you to think and write more creatively . “She was angry at her sister.” becomes ……

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Smiley Face Genetics

C. Kohn, Waterford WI. Smiley Face Genetics. In the Bubblegum Desert of Doom, there exists a newly discovered species, the Smiley Face Scorpion. This species, Smiile faises , survives in these harsh conditions with a mixture of desert-specific adaptations and a prolific ability to breed.

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 Smiley-Face Tricks  Figurative Language

 Smiley-Face Tricks  Figurative Language. Techniques to make your reader smile!. SIMILE. A comparison between two unlike things using the word “like,” “as,” or occasionally “than.” My little brother Sam is like a constant shadow , always lurking around behind me.

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8 Smiley Face Writing Tricks

8 Smiley Face Writing Tricks. Add Zest to Your Writing…. 1. Expanded Moment. Instead of speeding past a moment, writers often emphasize it by “expanding” the action. Don’t attempt to write about the entire ski trip. Pick just one event and describe it well.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. A Better Way to Write. Magic 3. Three examples in series can create a poetic rhythm or at least add support for a point, especially when the three items have their own modifiers. Magic 3 Example.

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Smiley-Face Tricks

Smiley-Face Tricks. #1: Magic Three. Three parallel groups of words, phrases, or clauses, usually separated by commas, that create a poetic rhythm or add support for a point, especially when the three word groups have their own modifiers. Examples:.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. Add creativity to your writing TODAY!. DIALOGUE. Definition: having your character speak (to him/herself or to others) is a great way to develop the character(s) and SHOW what type of person he/she is.

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Smiley Face Trick #5

Smiley Face Trick #5. Expanded Moment ~Mary Ellen Ledbetter. Expanded Moment. Instead of “speeding” past a moment, writers often emphasize it by “expanding” the actions. EXAMPLES:.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. #7: Hyphenated Modifiers. Sometimes a new way of saying things can make all the difference; hyphenated adjectives often cause the reader to “sit up” and take notice. Examples.

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Smiley Face Tricks

Smiley Face Tricks. #3: Specific Details for Effect. Instead of general, vague descriptions, specific sensory details help the reader visualize the person, place, thing, or idea. (see, hear, smell, touch, taste). Examples.

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Smiley Face Techniques

Smiley Face Techniques. 8 techniques that will enhance your writing– See LAP handout #3 Use at least 3 of these in your final draft– if you use 2 more you will get up to 6 bonus points!. Magic 3. Listing things/examples in groups of 3 for effect.

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Smiley Face Tricks To improve your writing and develop your VOICE

Smiley Face Tricks To improve your writing and develop your VOICE. M3. MAGIC THREE. 3 parallel groups of words, usually separated by commas, that create poetic rhythm or add support.

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