Advanced Wonderful World of Writing

During class, learners will engage in a variety of writing.  In a small group setting, learners will be introduced to the writing process through different types of writing, have some writing time, share their writing with me and their peers, and receive positive feedback and writing tips! 

Class will begin with an icebreaker and be introduced to the prompt. We will brainstorm ideas and complete a plan for our writing. 

Then, we will have a mini lesson and draft our writing. 

If time allows, we will practice editing and revising our work, sharing our work with others, and discussing Glows (what we did well) and Grows (something we can improve).

Learners will write about a wide variety of topics, such as fun seasonal writing, building self confidence, descriptions, opinions, and picture prompts! Learners will write stories, information, and persuasive! This class is wonderful for both the reluctant writer and the child who loves to write. If learners run into "writer's block", we have a quick conversation about the prompt and that will help them get their thoughts on paper. 

Learners will engage in conversation, listening, and feedback. By the end of this class, students will confidently write clear, organized, and engaging narratives, informational pieces, and opinion essays. They will develop their writing voice, learn to communicate ideas effectively, and build a solid foundation for future academic and creative writing!


Winter/Spring 2025

January 5: Informational - Frozen Lakes
January 12: Opinion - Goal Setting
January 19: Narrative - Snow Day
January 26: Informational - Polar Animals
February 2: Opinion - Show Time
February 9: Narrative- Wild Sled Ride
February 16: Informational - Lights
February 23: Opinion - Learn A Hobby
March 2: Narrative - Trying Something New
March 9: Informational - Simple Machines
March 16: Opinion - Favorite Book
March 23: Narrative - Spring Break Adventures
March 30: Informational - Dental Health
April 6: Opinion- Board Games and Devices
April 13: Narrative - Watch It Grow
April 20: Informational - Earth Day
April 27: Opinion - Bugs
May 4: Narrative - Splash
May 11: Informational - Compost
May 18: Opinion - Bad Idea
May 25: Narrative - Treasure Map

Summer 2025

Week of June 1: Writing a Personal Narrative
Week of June 8: Writing a Realistic Narrative
Week of June 15: Writing Fantasy/Folktales
Week of June 22: Writing an Informational Report
Week of June 29: Writing a Research Report
Week of July 6: Writing a Persuasive Essay
Week of July 13: Writing an Opinion Essay
Week of July 20: Poetry Study
Week of July 27: Letter Writing