The Prompt: The Watcher at the Gates
Directions: After reading "The Watcher", have students take out a single sheet of paper, and crumple it. Then have them respond to "The Watcher" on that piece of paper, stressing the fact that the paper is already messed up, and who cares if you make any mistakes. Students should only reflect in pen, so they cannot waste time censoring their response by erasing. Once students are done reflecting, discuss the differences/similarities in the class' watchers. Have them draw it if they like, this can be helpful for students.
Rationale: Students reflect on their own self-censorship and develop ways to be aware, and to combat this issue.
Contributor: Kristen Kitamura, Fremont High School 2018
The Prompt: Write an Extended Metaphor for either your teaching or your writing.
Directions: I give my students a few examples: "My writing is a waterfall because ------"
Rationale: This is a brainstorming for a polished version of an extended metaphor that gives the students a change to reflect about their writing.
Contributor: Courtney Bryson, Ogden High School 2018
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