Brainstorming Ideas for a Writing Prompt

The video tutorial guides students on how to brainstorm ideas for a writing prompt. It uses an example prompt about a surprise in the cafeteria to illustrate the process. The lesson reviews the five steps of the writing process, focusing on brainstorming. It emphasizes the importance of brainstorming before writing and provides a three-step method: reread the prompt, think of possible story ideas, and list at least five ideas. The tutorial concludes with examples of possible story ideas and encourages students to apply these techniques in their writing.

What common mistake do writers make when starting to write?

How can you use what you already know to help brainstorm ideas?

Describe the process of making a list of ideas as outlined in the lesson.