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The Elements Of Drama - Characters
The Elements of Drama - The wonderful world of drama comes alive in The Elements of Drama, as the young host and hostess take viewers on a journey through the works of such famous playwrights as William Shakespeare. Colorful graphics and...
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Understanding and Using Flashbacks in Narrative Writing
This video is a lesson for students on using flashbacks in writing. It explains what a flashback is, how it can be used to develop characters and plot, and provides examples and practice exercises. The teacher guides students in adding...
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The Elements Of Fiction - Summary
The Elements of Fiction - Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson . these are just three of the renowned authors whose work is cited in The Elements of Fiction, which explores: Plot elements, character, conflict, flashback,...
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Developing Lifelike Characters through Description
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using description to develop lifelike characters in writing. The teacher guides students through a practice activity where they circle words that describe a character in a picture....
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Improving Your Writing: Adding Details to Make Your Story More Realistic and Exciting
In this video lesson, the teacher guides students on how to make their writing more realistic and exciting by adding details about the characters. They review the writing process and emphasize the importance of revising and developing...
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Understanding the Structure of Narrative Writing
In this lesson, students practice revising a draft about writing narratives with a focus on the beginning, middle and end narrative sequence. A video models the thought process writers use to apply the targeted skill and improve their...
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Bringing Your Writing to Life: Adding Dialogue
In this video lesson, the teacher explains the importance of adding dialogue to bring writing drafts to life. They review the five steps of the writing process and focus on the fifth step of revising. The teacher provides examples and...
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The Elements Of Fiction - Types Of Literature
The Elements of Fiction - Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson . These are just three of the renowned authors whose work is cited in The Elements of Fiction, which explores: Plot elements, character, conflict, flashback,...
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How Toronto inspired the creation of global phenomenon 'KPop Demon Hunters'
New ReviewKPop Demon Hunters is dominating the big screen around the world. It's already the most watched Netflix film of all-time, and the original songs are topping music charts. The creator behind the phenomenon? A woman from Toronto. CBC's...
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Labubu maker Pop Mart forecasting a 350% profit surge
Chinese toy maker Pop Mart is forecasting a 350 per cent profit jump for the first half of 2025 as global demand for the wildly popular Labubu characters surges.
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Dan Levy on the final season of Schitt's Creek
Dan Levy weighs in on the importance of balancing his own vision for the show with what the audience wants when writing the last season of Schitt's Creek.
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Out with the old, in with the new... Commission President
It's all change in Brussels this week. Ursula von der Leyen has finally taken on the mantle of Commission President from Jean-Claude Juncker - after one month's delay. Only one week in, and she's already under pressure - for her (lack...
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Lack of diversity in kids TV has some parents worried
When it comes to children's programming, there's no shortage of choice these days. But a new international study says there is a distinct lack of diversity, which has some parents worried.
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'Avengers: Endgame' Is Disney's Opening Salvo in 'Unparalleled' 2019
The record-breaking Avengers finale joins other Marvel movies, remakes, sequels, and the close of the recent Star Wars trilogy as part of an unprecedented 2019 for Disney.
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Canadian comedy is seeing a boom south of the border
Schitt’s Creek has ushered in a new era of appreciation for Canadian comedy. While Canadian comedians have long had success in the U.S., Canadian comedy shows are now booming. Deana Sumanac-Johnson looks at why this is happening now.
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Netflix is Ramping up its Ad Business ー But Not in the Way You Think
Netflix is adding ads ー but not in the way most people would expect. The company has been ramping up its efforts for “marketing partnerships” over the last year, which could include product integrations in its shows, several sources...
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Mozart's The Magic Flute enchants Vienna
Mozart's enchanting fairytale The Magic Flute returns to the Staatsoper in Vienna for the festive season. With heros and heroines, villains and comic characters, Mozart's final opera is one of his most beloved works. French tenor...
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'They're all stories that have touched me:' Éric Dupont on Songs for the Cold of Heart
The writer shares what he hopes readers will take from his bestselling, translated novel.
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Valerie Plame: Withdrawal From Russia Treat 'Really Bad News'
Valerie Plame Wilson, the former spy who was outed by the Bush administration, spoke to Cheddar along with director Doug Liman about the re-cut version of their film, "Fair Game," and how it fits into the current political climate.
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Valerie Plame: Withdrawal From Russia Treaty 'Really Bad News'
Valerie Plame Wilson, the former CIA spy who was outed by the Bush administration, spoke to Cheddar along with director Doug Liman about the re-cut version of their film, "Fair Game," and how it fits into the current political climate.
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Alison Brie 'Glows' in Netflix Original Series
Alison Brie is the star of the Netflix original series "Glow." But the actress isn't most proud of being picked up for a third season. She's most excited by the fact that Netflix provides a platform that allows people to break down...
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53rd Annual Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
The 53rd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival kicked off with a lavish red carpet gala. The festival is one of the oldest in the world and one of Central and Eastern Europe’s main film events. Stars attending the festival include the...
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'Breaking Bad' Actor RJ Mitte: Hollywood Should Include More 'Real Characters' With Disabilities
The actor, who has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, says the industry needs to incorporate more "real characters" to change the perception of people with disabilities.
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Actor RJ Mitte Wants to Improve Disability Diversity in Hollywood
The actor, who has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, says the industry needs to incorporate more people with disabilities to change perception.