Adventures in Paragraph Writing With the 4-Square Method
Four Square Writing is a structured writing method designed to help students develop and organize their ideas into well-constructed paragraphs. The approach involves dividing a piece of paper into four squares, each representing a specific
Ms. Beth (B.S. English, ESL, Engl. Immersion)
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Following the session, students will be provided with prompt choices. This assignment is designed to be a fun and creative exploration of the skills acquired in class. It provides an opportunity for your child to express themselves through imaginative storytelling.Assessment
The goal of the assessment is to offer students an opportunity to apply skills with independence. Students will have one week to complete the assignment, and feedback will be provided prior to the start of the next session in the following week. Rubric-based grades will be provided.Grading
Rubric-based grades will be provided upon request. Specific feedback for revision will be provided for all learners who submit the homework assignment.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Welcome to our writing adventure with 4-Square Writing Over four thrilling weeks, embark on a journey to enhance your writing skills step by step. In Week 1, discover the power of vivid descriptive words, bringing your stories to life with colorful details. Week 2 unfolds with the magic of transitions, seamlessly guiding readers through your narrative. Moving into Week 3, master the art of combining sentences to create dynamic and engaging prose. Finally, in Week 4, witness your writing reach new heights as you seamlessly integrate descriptive words, transitions, and sentence combinations into captivating compositions. But the adventure doesn't end there! After each class, learners will have the option to submit applied practice for personalized feedback and suggestions for revision. It's like having an individualized writing coach guiding learners to become master storytellers. Join us on this transformative journey and unlock the full potential of storytelling prowess!
Learning Goals
Learners will:
Develop the ability to use vivid and expressive descriptive words to create rich and engaging narratives.
Acquire the skills to seamlessly incorporate transitions, ensuring a smooth flow between ideas.
Learn the art of combining sentences in various ways to add variety and dynamism to writing.
Gain insight into effective revision techniques by submitting applied practice for feedback.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
B.S. English
ESL License
Special Education License Certification
AP Literature CertificationReviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
3-9 learners per class
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