Based on the idea that creative writing in the classroom need not begin with writing as the first step in the composing process, this guide suggests an oral approach to creative writing. The guide describes the "Telling to Write" process which begins with a structured exploration, continues with a series of story-related activities imitating the form literature takes, proceeds with story composing and revising orally, and concludes with writing and revising what has been composed orally. (NKA)