Creative Writing Ⅰ. Introduction of creative writing A. Definition: production of aesthetic texts B. Form: 1. mostly poems or stories 2. other genres such as letters, journal entries, blogs, etc. C. Features of creative writing 1. Use more (1) , observation, imagination, (1)______ and personal memories than expository writing 2.Playfully engage language —Not a lax and unregulated use of language —requires (2) to the "rules" of the sub-genre (2)______ Ⅱ. Benefits of creative writing for learners A. Aid language development at all levels —Learners (3) language at a deeper level. (3)______ —Learners gain progress in grammar, lexicon, and sensitivity to paralinguistic features. B. Enhance 2nd language acquisition with language play —Children encounter language while (4) . (4)______ —L2 learners are encouraged to play with language and (5) : (5)______ Learning takes place during the process. C. Balance between logical and intuitive faculties —Emphasize the (6) of the brain (6)______ D. Increase self-confidence and self-esteem —Learners (7) about the language and themselves. (7)______ —Personal and linguistic growth is promoted. E. Increase (8) (8)______ —Learners realize their ability of writing in a foreign language. — (9) are experienced in the process. (9)______ F. Improve reading abilities Ⅲ. Benefits of creative writing for teachers A. Set up an example for the students B. Keep teachers’ English fresh and vibrant C. Enhance (10) with students (10)______ D. Improve the teaching of writing