Spin a Setting

Make descriptive writing fun, imaginative and accessible with Spin a Setting, a playful writing activity designed to help children generate ideas and create detailed, engaging setting descriptions.

Sometimes the hardest part of writing is knowing where to start! Spin a Setting takes away the pressure of a blank page by using two simple spinners to inspire creative ideas.

What’s Included?

Printable Spin a Setting game board
Easy-to-follow instructions
Ideas for variations and additional writing challenges

All you need are some Post-it notes, a pencil and paperclip to get started!

Why You’ll Love It

Makes planning descriptive writing fun and engaging
Helps reluctant writers overcome the challenge of getting started
Encourages children to explore sensory language and figurative writing techniques
Develops vocabulary and more ambitious word choices
Supports children in organising ideas into logical paragraphs
Provides opportunities for discussion, collaboration and sharing ideas
Easily adaptable for different ages and writing abilities
Low-prep and uses simple classroom resources

Perfect For

KS2 English and creative writing lessons
Setting description activities
Descriptive writing starters
Supporting reluctant writers
Guided writing and small group work
Vocabulary development
Writing interventions
Home learning and tutoring

Spin a Setting transforms writing from a blank-page challenge into a playful process of spinning, imagining, collecting and creating. A simple but effective way to help children become more confident, creative and enthusiastic writers!

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