ONCE UPON A TIME by Sheryl Green

Title:  ONCE UPON A TIME (Story Starters for Kids)
Series:  N/A
Author:  Sheryl Green
Publisher:  Sheryl Green
Publish Date:   11.19.2021
Category /Genre:  Journal, Children’s, Activity Book
Recommended for:  8 – 12 years old
Grammar/editing:  A – near perfect
Received from:  Sheryl Green (as an ARC gifted copy)
Goodreads link: Once Upon a Time
Date completed: 12.13.2021
 
Description from the publisher:
It’s time to unleash your inner author!
Step up your kids’ storytelling skills with short, creative writing prompts and fun creative writing exercises. This book is the ideal companion for kids aged 8-12 who want to practice writing creative stories but don’t know where to start. Once Upon a Time is packed with short writing prompts that help spark kids' imaginations.

Whether it’s funny stories, scary stories, or something else entirely, you'll find dozens of story starters and inspiration to get you started. The creative writing exercise help to build intriguing plots, strong characters, and vivid settings for your stories.

This book is a great gift for aspiring writers. It includes:

Fun activities―Explore engaging exercises that get your creativity flowing, including brainstorming, word games, and more.
Writing tips for kids―Learn simple strategies for crafting captivating storylines, character creation techniques and get pointers for overcoming writer’s block.
Quotes for creativity―Discover inspirational quotes from famous authors.
Story Starters – Boost your creativity with writing prompts that help you get started.

These story starters are perfect for kids in grades 3-7 but can be used by anyone young at heart. Encourage self-expression and creativity at home or in the classroom. Grab your copy today!
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This would be a great resource book for an Elementary or Middle School English teacher.  It would also make an awesome gift to a child who has said, “When I grow up, I want to be an author!”
 
What you get is four sections, each has encouragement, tips, and Story Starters.  Three of the four also have writing exercises to get the imagination and the writing flowing.
 
While it is all wonderful, the true magic is in the Story Starters.  There is a short paragraph to give your imagination a jump start on what your story will be about.  Then there are questions along the way to keep you thinking and to keep your imagination running.
 
Note:  While I received this book as a gifted ARC, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
 
Also from Sheryl Green:
·         Interesting Facts for Kids
·         Knock Knock Joke Book for Kids
·         Once Upon a Time
·         Would You Rather Book for Kids
 

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