The clock struck 10 AM and Jolly shot out of the house with her backpack and library card racing to be the first one to reach the library door. Every Saturday she raced her friend Pat to the City Library. Jolly was lagging behind by 2 points in their weekly race. In the town called …
There are many ways to start writing a story – from your imagination, from your personal experience, from certain feelings you encounter in your daily life, etc. But on days when you are feeling especially lost, it’s always helpful to write using an illustration as a source of inspiration. Illustrations help you to think out …
August Writing Prompt: What is Outside the Window? Read More »
My earliest memories of writing poetry or fiction are probably from when I was in grade 4 or 5. They were very simple rhyming sentences about the sunset, my family and food I didn’t like to eat. I started writing because I wanted to imitate the authors I was reading. I wanted to write like …
As a 5th and 6th grader Friendship day was really important to my friends and I. So when August 4th turned up we would all be rushing around tying friendship bands on our friends wrists and comparing how many each of us had. I still remember one fateful August 4th when I fought with my …
Friends Forever? 6 Books on Friendship for Ages 8-12 Read More »
Mystery stories have fascinated readers for generations, drawing them into a world of suspense, secrets, and thrilling twists. But what makes a mystery story captivating? Let’s explore the key elements and steps to create your own intriguing mystery tale. 1. The Hook Every great mystery story starts with a hook—something that grabs the reader’s attention right …
How to Write a Mystery Story: A Step- by- Step Guide Read More »
Welcome to our series featuring stories written by students in our Common Room classes. Our course instructors provide feedback at every stage of the writing process, ensuring it’s suitable for their age. We respect each child’s unique writing style, making minimal changes to their stories, to highlight their creativity. Presenting a delightful detective story penned …
The Curious Case of Lan’s Bookstore: Ameyaa’s Story Read More »
Another year, another year of new year’s resolutions, right? But before you picture the usual lineup of unused gym memberships and abandoned financial plans, let’s switch gears and explore the exciting world of resolutions from the point of view of little ones! While adults might be caught up in the snooze fest of resolutions dropped …
Hello Everyone, Welcome back to our Class Magazine series, where our students present their very own Class Magazines, loaded with imagination and creativity and worked on over a period of two weeks. The second magazine of the series, crafted by our Young Writers: Long Term class of 9-12 year olds, is titled Sports Star Gazette. …
Pen Game on Point: Inside the “Sports Star Gazette” Read More »
Hello Everyone, Welcome to our Class Magazine series! Our students would like to present their very own Class Magazines, loaded with imagination and creativity and worked on over a period of two weeks. The magazines are dedicated to all things Books and Sports, while exploring various genres like mystery, non-fiction, and more, each contributing a …
Unveiling Our First Ever Student- crafted Class Magazine! Read More »
Calling all mini Picassos and budding Van Goghs! If you’ve got a young artist at home, we’ve got a canvas-sized challenge for them. We’re on the lookout for imaginative digital illustrations that capture the essence of life at a British boarding school. Think dorm room escapades, classroom capers, and playground pandemonium! Here’s the lowdown: Eligibility: …
Imagining the British Boarding School: Illustration Contest for Young Artists! Read More »
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