How to Write: Memories

This is a fast list poem, inspired my Eileen Spinelli’s poem called “Memories.” It helps us recall what we don’t want to forget.

Lorrie TomSeptember 17, 2018writing promptsComment

List Girl

I love lists. Do you love lists, too?

Lorrie Tom Writes, Books & ReadingLorrie TomSeptember 10, 2018living the writing lifeComment

Our Lives in Books

Creating Literary Timelines is a great way to begin the year, connecting students with shared reading histories. Plus, the timelines create reading lists!

Books & ReadingLorrie TomAugust 29, 2018living the writing lifeComment

Do This One Trick and You'll Be a Better Writer

This is one of the best ways to become a better writer - and you don’t even have to pick up a pencil to begin.

Family of Writers, Writing ProcessLorrie TomAugust 28, 2018Writing Tips Tools and InspirationComment

How to Write: Random Autobiography

This is a writing invitation I do every year. It never gets old…cuz you get to write about yourself and it’s fast.

Lorrie TomAugust 24, 2018writing promptsComment

How To Be

Here’s the second version of the August writing recipe. It’s called How To Be. Writing time is 5 minutes, 7 seconds. Perfect for groups, classes, meetings, and Sunday school icebreakers and/or community building.

Writing RecipesLorrie TomAugust 23, 2018writing promptsComment