Character Development: Creative Writing Camp!

If you love writing stories, practicing creative writing skills, or creating characters, then this camp is a wonderful option for you! 
This class is ALL about character development! We will learn how to develop our fiction characters with fun writing exercises. In doing this, we will also explore how to characterize these characters. 

What will a typical class look like?
Using a PowerPoint, we will start each class by talking about a different way to characterize characters. Then, we will use a writing exercise to practice this concept. In each class, we will write for anywhere from 10-25 minutes. Once that is finished, the students and I will discuss what they have written, examining how that relates to their character and other skills of storytelling (plot, setting, dialogue, etc). There will also be some kind of simple homework to help the students practice the concept on their own.
We may give constructive feedback or even discuss different story ideas as a class, so please make sure that your student is comfortable giving and receiving constructive criticism from me and other students. 

What is expected from students?
Every student enrolled in this class will be expected to participate in the in-class writing exercises and discussions. Every student will be given the opportunity to share what they wrote, but that will always be optional. Students are encouraged to participate in homework, as that is the time where they really explore how our material relates to their own writing style. Writing is a process and the process takes practice. 

What to expect from me?
I will ensure that any and all discussions will be kind and constructive.  I will ensure that classes begin and end on time. I will ensure that all of my students feel welcomed and comfortable. I hope that this class will inspire them to keep practicing their writing skills, no matter the challenges they face! 


Schedule breakdown: 

First class-
1.) Create a new character to work with throughout the camp. 
2.) Talk about Characterization Type 1: Physical Descriptions
3.) Complete "Other Interests" writing exercise.

Second class- 
1.) Talk about Characterization Type 2: Actions, Attitudes, and Behavior.
2.)  Complete related writing exercises.

Third class- 
1.) Talk about Characterization Type 3: Inner Thoughts.
2.)  Complete related writing exercises.

Fourth class-
1.) Talk about Characterization Type 4: Reactions.
2.)  Complete related writing exercises.

Fifth class-
1.) Talk about Characterization Type 5: Speech.
2.)  Complete related writing exercises.

**If your student has more specific questions about this class or about character development in general, please let me know! I have some character development worksheets that I would be happy to share, in addition to them participating in this class**

Please reach out if you have any questions and I look forward to seeing you in class!!