Reflection of a Lie – Steven, Grade 11
This short story, written by one of my grade 11 students, focuses on the theme of honesty.
Category: Short Stories
Scorched Eminence – Venessa, Grade 9
This myth is written by one of my grade 9 students on the theme of forgiveness.
Quarantine to the Slaughter – Venessa, Grade 8
The parody, which is based on the short story “Lamb to the Slaughter” by Roald Dahl, is written by one of my grade 8 students.
A Tinge of Gold – Rachel, Grade 9
This short story is written by one of my grade 9 students. The short story conveys the theme that greed may blind one’s morality and cause hardships. The writer’s suspenseful style throughout the story makes it very difficult for readers to guess the climax and the resolution, keeping them on edge right until the last part. Also, the description and imagery help depict the setting and characterize the main character effectively.
Glowing Red Lights – Vagus Truman, Grade 10
This short story is written by one of my grade 10 students, whose pen name is Vagus Truman. His short story reveals the ambivalent feelings in teenagers, who at times may question the purpose and meaning in all their experiences, hoping to create an original meaning in their lives. He has vividly portrayed the dilemma that the main character is faced with. The imagery and descriptiveness bring the whole story to life.
A Bleak Paradise – Ali, Grade 10
This short story is written by one of my grade 10 students. The short story reveals the thoughts and regrets of a teenager about friendship. The writer’s creative wording in his short story has made the piece interesting to read. Also, the description and imagery help characterize the main character …
No Secrets – Alice, Grade 6
This short story is written by one of my grade 6 students. The story touches on a very important theme, which may resonate with many students. The writer vividly expresses the frustration and the sadness in the character’s voice. There is a lot of imagery and characterization in this …
Ending of “The Necklace” – Yolanda, Grade 10 IB
This creative assignment – Keep the Story Going – is done by one of my grade 10 IB students. She has meticulously analysed the short story “The Necklace” and has tried to use the same style of writing in her ending of the story. Besides, the events also sound …
The Monkey Fighter – Robert, Grade 6
This short fable is written by one of my grade 6 students. He conveys his message through the animal characters very vividly. He uses the events in the story to clearly convey the theme that one should never give up. He also has written a descriptive story that is interesting …
The Unwavering Snail – Chris, Grade 7
This short fable is written by one of my grade 7 students. He conveys his message through the animal characters very vividly. He uses positive adjectives to describe the snail’s resolution in achieving his goal, such as unwavering and strong-willed. Also, he applies the literary device of repetition in order to better convey the theme of the story. The punchline of the story, which comes right at the end, is the most effective element in delivering the main message of the fable.