Importance of Reading Models Before Assigning to Students

Providing students with recommended texts as models before assigning them writing tasks is essential. It helps students envision different storytelling styles and structures. Encouraging students to read a variety of texts that may not be typical in anthologies can broaden their understanding of narrative possibilities. When students are stuck for a topic, they should be urged to pick anything they can write about, as the execution of storytelling is more important than the topic itself. Exposure to models where authors delve into deeper meanings even in seemingly mundane topics can inspire students to look beyond surface-level narratives.