Model Composition - Regret
Motivating students to use better language is daunting - despite the scaffolding, some simply choose not to do so, prefering to coast by....
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Edward Kwan
May 14 min
A Primer on Uncommon Adjectives
Adjectives play a pivotal role in painting vivid pictures, evoking emotions, and adding depth to communication. While many adjectives are...
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Edward Kwan
Apr 244 min
Model Composition - A mistake
“Finally, I’m home! I’m starving.” Tossing my bag aside, I made a beeline for the kitchen, my stomach rumbling like the roar of a...
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Edward Kwan
Apr 24 min
Model Composition - Something that was forgotten
"Linus, I'm really really sorry," I muttered, wringing my hands as an overwhleming sense of guilt consumed me. However, my words were...
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Edward Kwan
Mar 141 min
The Essential List for PSLE Editing - Part 1
1. A lot (not alot) 2. Definitely (not definately) 3. Separate (not seperate) 4. Accommodate (not accomodate) 5. Embarrass (not embarass)...
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Edward Kwan
Mar 131 min
A Primer on Show, Don't Tell - Worry / Concern
1. "This is troubling," I whispered, a wave of unease washing over me as I glanced around the room for reassurance. 2. "How can this be?"...
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Edward Kwan
Mar 105 min
Model Composition - Write about a time when you were on a holiday
"I told you that shortcut was a bad idea! We were supposed to be in Kanazawa, and now look where we are," my mother chided, the worry...
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Edward Kwan
Mar 74 min
Model Composition - A day you helped someone
"Finally, a quiet spot to tackle my homework," I exhaled with relief, easing onto one of the spacious benches within Tampines Hub. As I...
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Edward Kwan
Feb 212 min
A Primer of Show, Don't Tell - Fear
I have been exploring this on Facebook Some students are still looking for more examples to guide them along on this journey so here's a...
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Edward Kwan
Jan 284 min
Model Composition - Being Responsible
Written by A Edited by Mr Kwan “Tom, I’m leaving now! Don’t let anyone in,” Mother reminded. Just before stepping out the door, Mother...
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Edward Kwan
Jan 53 min
Model Composition - Being Responsible
"It's all because of you." Beneath the oppressive overcast sky, I found myself reluctantly tethered to the responsibility of walking our...
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Edward Kwan
Sep 6, 20232 min
Mastering PSLE-Tested Verbs of Perception: Adventures in Seeing, Hearing, and Spotting
Ahoy, young language adventurers! Today, we're setting off on a thrilling expedition into the world of verbs of perception, with a...
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Edward Kwan
Aug 29, 20232 min
Let's Explore Magical "If" Sentences: The Three Conditionals Made Simple for Primary School Wizards!
Hey there, young word wizards! Today, we're diving into the enchanting world of grammar with a special focus on "If" sentences, also...
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Edward Kwan
Aug 24, 20232 min
Model Composition - A mistake
Language is the heartbeat of any captivating story, breathing life into the imagination of both the writer and the reader. It serves as...
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Edward Kwan
Jun 16, 20231 min
Description Boost #1 - Camping
Using the 5W1H approach in writing often results in dry and flavourless sentences. Using that as the guideline, it's not uncommon to see...
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Edward Kwan
Feb 4, 20231 min
Commonly tested composition themes
Getting prepared for Continuous Writing in Paper 1 is not as scary as you think. Have an overview of the potential questions. - they are...
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Edward Kwan
Jan 17, 20232 min
Why you should expand your vocabulary
Sepulchral. It was a weekly affair in secondary school - after getting our composition scripts back, we would exchange and read, bouncing...
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Edward Kwan
Jan 3, 20231 min
Taking time to flesh out the climax
One of the biggest mistakes students make is rushing through the story. They form points using 5W1H but they are reluctant or forget to...
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