Building Tension Poster Set

Overview:

This set of 6 colourful posters showcases different techniques for building tension in writing. Designed for middle and upper years students, the posters are visually engaging and perfect for classroom display to help students understand how to create suspense in their narratives.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand different techniques for building tension, such as using short sentences, dynamic verbs, and the five senses.
• Apply these techniques in their own writing to create suspense and engage the reader.
• Recognise how authors use tension-building techniques to enhance the mood of a story.

How the Activity Works:

Each poster in the set highlights a different technique for building tension in writing, such as rising action, personification, or short sentences. Students can refer to the posters as they learn and practice these techniques in their own creative writing, helping them to incorporate effective methods for suspense and dramatic effect.

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