BBs

 BUILDING BLOCKs BUILDING BLOCKs go inside the sentence. They are never the first word.

w/w = who or which clause

ly = ly adverb

bc = because

www asia = when  while  where  as  since  if  although

prep = prepositional clause/phrase

PA = precise adjective

VV = vivid verb

BUILDING BLOCKS never start a sentence.

The only stylistic requirements that are indicated INSIDE the sentence are BUILDING BLOCKS.

BUILDING BLOCK examples

The boy who helped me yesterday is over there at the water fountain.

The pen, which is orange, is my favorite.

My doctor gladly accepted the cookies from the his co-worker.

The teacher is happy because everyone worked hard in class.

Take your coat when you leave.

I will watch your luggage while you rest.

He is working where the fence broke yesterday.

My brother sings as he does his homework.

She has been happier since the bully left the school.

Do not drag your feet if you want to be on time.

My mother is a great cook although we do not always appreciate it.

The baby squirrel nestled cozily in the pine needles.

The challenge was invigorating!

Do not procrastinate!

Less (or NO) Dialogue

In our writing class, you are not supposed to tell a story with lots of dialogue.

There are very important reasons for this. Telling a story without a lot of dialogue is good because:

1) It helps you focus on the action – Instead of talking, you show what the characters do, which can make the story more exciting.

2) It builds stronger pictures – You can describe the setting, feelings, and what’s happening, so readers can imagine it better in their minds.

3) It makes you a better writer – Writing without a lot of talking helps you practice using interesting words and details to tell the story

4) It is usually easier to follow - Too much talking can be confusing. Less dialogue can make the story clearer.