creative writing

Kenning Riddles for Little Scholars ~ Fun with S.C.A.M.P.E.R.

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If you’ve never heard of KENNINGS, let me introduce you! A kenning is a literary device in which TWO WORDS are used to describe or name something. A compound word or pair of words is used as a poetic substitution for a noun. Here are some examples of KENNINGS: There is an interesting history behind … Read more

A Creative Twist to Building Vocabulary Through Greek and Latin Roots

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Becky Williams coordinates the GT elementary program at her school in the North East Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas. When I reached out to her, I didn’t know that she works literally down the road in my old school district! Becky shared this in one of our Share-and-Tell conversations in our Facebook group, … Read more