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By Carrie on May 20, 2009
Another short story about life in Taiwan from Lonely Planet Joshua Samuel Brown.
If you’re a last minute grocery shopper in Taipei City, you may notice in certain supermarkets a song playing over the public address system. The song plays in a loop, from about 30 minutes before closing until
Posted in Guest Authors, Taiwan | Tagged Bloggers, Short Stories, Taipei, Taiwan, Writing |
By Carrie on March 21, 2009
The ferry arrived at Haad Rin Nai Beach from Big Buddha at sunset. Legions of sybaritic party-lovers disembark three days before the first Full Moon Party of the year kicks off on Haad Rin Beach. This is Koh Phangan, island oasis for hippie backpackers looking for a good time.
Posted in Features, Thailand, Travel | Tagged Beaches, Holidays, Islands, Short Stories, Thailand, Travel, Writing |
By Carrie on February 4, 2009
Writing Style: Fantasy Story Student Guest Author: Doris Chang There is a peaceful beautiful place, where many different kinds of animals live. It’s called the “Fable Forest”. Franklin lives there. He is a very greedy fox. When the other animals need help, Franklin always says, “No!” One day, Franklin Fox was taking a [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged Animals, ESL, Friends, Short Stories, Student Writers, Students, Writing |
By Carrie on December 22, 2008
Writing Style: Fantasy Story Last night when Betty was sleeping she had a strange dream. When Betty woke up, there was something on her bed. It was very furry and pink. When Betty shook it, it moved. Betty was very scared, She shouted loudly. Then she looked at the pink bunny and screamed, “I dreamed [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged Short Stories, Student Writers, Students, Writing |
By Carrie on December 12, 2008
Writing Style: A Fable By: Hedy Chen The Peaceful Ocean has many fish. They are all very simple and keen. They are happy everyday because the Peaceful Ocean has had no wars since all the sharks moved out. One day, an octopus comes to the ocean. He is evil and talkative. He always says bad [...]
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By Carrie on November 30, 2008
Super Writer: Justin Chang Justin is my oldest student in two ways. He’s been with me from my very first class at Gram and in Taiwan and he’s also the eldest in our class. Justin is a quiet, serious student with a love for writing. He was in my conversation class for two years before I [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged People, Short Stories, Student Writers, Taiwan, Writers, Writing |
By Carrie on November 20, 2008
Super Writer: Alexandria Lu Alexandria has been studying with me for two and a half years, but she has been a student at Gram for far longer. Alexandria is a very creative individual. She is passionate about learning, especially when it comes to English. Unlike most students I’ve met here, Alexandria isn’t afraid to ask [...]
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By Carrie on November 15, 2008
Writing Style: A Descriptive Paragraph by Oliver Wang My sister is cute but she is dangerous. If you met my sister for the first time, you would have to bring earplugs, because she shouts all the time. When you make her angry, she will shout at the top of her lungs and start beating you [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged Family, Short Stories, Student Writers, Students, Writing |
By Carrie on October 12, 2008
Super Writer: Hedy Chen Hedy has only been studying with me since January, but she writes the most amazing stories. She’s a terrific student with a passion for writing, and she has the kindest heart. She’s always willing to help other students. She gives advice freely and is probably one of the best editors in [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged ESL, Short Stories, Student Writers, Students, Writing |
By Carrie on June 17, 2008
This is Teresa’s first narrative paragraph and it was written during her first month in class. Teresa is eleven years old. She wrote this in January 2008. Today, I wanted to find some new words on my word list when I suddenly remembered the wonderful time we had when I was in P10. At Gram [...]
Posted in Writing | Tagged Guest Authors, Short Stories, Student Writers, Writing |
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