This trick gets you immediate content to discuss, and then X new drawings (whereas X is the class size) used for other input-based activities.

1. Get a picture.
2. Crop it.
3. Make copies, and have students draw the missing parts.
4. Project several drawings, and describe them.

For those who have read Rūfus et arma ātra, here’s a large Crixaflamma to print out. Also, input hypermiling combos include:

• Write & Discuss (or type up on your own)
  • Print and give to students to read (i.e. up to a complete Free Voluntary Reading (FVR) packet of drawings and descriptions).
• Project as Timed Write prompt (i.e. “Write a story about…”
  • Print and give to students to read (i.e. up to a complete FVR packet of drawings and descriptions).
• Flyswatter Picture Talk (using two drawings side-by-side)