Travel Blog Writing Inspired by Akata Witch

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What are the suggested passages to help establish a world, in Akata Witch?

  • Abuja Market
  • Leopard Knocks
  • Zuma Rock Festival
  • All of the above (correct)

What is the purpose of the Travel Blog writing task?

  • To engage and inform the reader about a magical world.
  • To enhance the reader's understanding of the world presented in *Akata Witch*.
  • To create an engaging and informative blog on a magical real world
  • All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the Travel Blog writing task?

  • Immersive description and imagery
  • Punchy Heading
  • A paragraph statement of intention (correct)
  • Accessible and Engaging Layout

What is the purpose of a statement of intention?

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What could be considered a primary source when researching your magical world?

<p>Interviewing a person who has experience with magical practices. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Travel Blog should only be written from the perspective of a magical being.

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When researching for your magical world, which of these elements is most important?

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The Travel Blog writing task requires students to bring two annotated samples to class: ______ and ______.

<p>Akata Witch + Blog</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Travel Blog Writing

Creating a blog post about a magical or fantastical travel experience.

Magical World Building

Creating a fictional world using specific geography, mythology, and culture. This world includes magic.

Annotated Passages

Marked-up excerpts relevant to location, culture, time, and identity within a book or document (like Akata Witch), supporting the travel blog.

Sample Travel Blogs

Examples of travel blog posts (e.g., Glow Worms, Hong Kong Witches) that show how a travel experience can be presented.

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Podcast Notes

Important details gathered from listening to a podcast, that provides extra insight for blog writing.

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Perspective in Blog

The viewpoint from which the blog is written (e.g., a new visitor, expert, or unfamiliar being).

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Target Audience

The intended readers of the travel blog.

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Blog Purpose

The reason for writing the blog (e.g., to educate, entertain, or inspire).

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Blog Structure

The organization of the information in the blog (e.g., introduction, body, conclusion).

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Immersive Description

Creating detailed and engaging descriptions to draw the reader into the fantastical world through vivid imagery.

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Engaging Layout

Using visual elements (headings, images, formatting) to enhance the readability and appeal of the blog post.

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Punchy Heading

A concise and attention-grabbing headline that effectively draws the reader in.

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Hook Paragraph

A compelling opening paragraph that immediately captures the reader's interest.

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Time Setting

The specific period or era presented in a fictional work. This includes details about the time of day, year and customs.

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Study Notes

Travel Blog Writing Guide

  • Annotated passages from Akata Witch needed, relating to location, cultural setting, time setting, and identity setting
  • Additional passages establishing a world (examples: Leopard Knocks, Abuja Market, Zuma Rock Festival)
  • Annotated sample travel blog (Glow Worms or Hong Kong Witches suggested)
  • Research needed for an original magic realist world, including geography (country, town, city, rural/urban landscape), mythology, and rules of the world's functions.
  • Bring two printed annotated samples (Akata Witch blog) to class.

Writing the Task

  • Consider the perspective of the writer: new to the magical world, from another magical world, familiar with the world writing for a new person, or a non-magical being experiencing a magical world.
  • Identify the intended audience and desired impact.
  • Define the purpose of the blog.
  • Plan the blog's structure.
  • Plan how to immerse and engage the reader.
  • Analyze how the blog relates to the Akata Witch mentor text.

Key Aspects of Travel Blog

  • Punchy heading
  • Engaging hook paragraph
  • Immersive descriptions and imagery
  • Detailed descriptions of destinations and experiences
  • Accessible and engaging layout
  • Advertising function

Week 6 Breakdown

  • One lesson for planning and writing a paragraph statement of intention
  • One lesson for writing the draft.
  • At least two body paragraphs are required for the draft.

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