Climbing Story Mountain: Elementary Narrative Writing and Figurative Language
In this 8-week course, students will discover a deeper understanding of figurative language, plot structure, theme, character analysis, and plot analysis, by writing and drafting their own fictional story.
What's included
8 live meetings
8 in-class hoursProjects
1 hour per week. Students will continue to write their stories in between sessions.Progress Report
Students will receive a grade fro each class based on their ability to practice and master content.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate Level
Calling all 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade parents! Give your child the edge in language arts with our immersive Creative Story Writing Workshop. This dynamic class adopts a student-centered learning approach, blending interactive games, collaborative activities, and thoughtful sharing circles to enhance learning. Through captivating storytelling exercises, your child will master crucial skills such as crafting vibrant characters, expanding their vocabulary, unraveling themes, and making insightful inferences. This isn't just about writing—it's about fostering a lifelong love for language and creativity. Enroll today and watch your child flourish as they unleash their imagination and excel in communication and comprehension. Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity for your young storyteller!
Learning Goals
Students will practice the editing process.Students will learn the parts of a sentence.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows International Baccalaureate CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Week one: Introduction
Students will learn about cultural settings and physical settings. Students will then use this to make their world. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Week two: Rising actions
Students will learn the four types of conflict and decide which conflict fits the story they want to tell. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Week three: Motivations and descriptive language
Students will learn about the characters' motivations and how this drives their conflict. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Week four: Boss fight mechanics
Students will build a scene using figurative language to describe how their main character confronts their conflict. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Art History, Criticism and Conservation from North Carolina Central University
Hi!
My name is Mr. Y.
I am a writer, a teacher, and a lifelong learner. When not teaching students or playing tabletop RPG games I spend time with my family or watch movies.
I am an elementary teacher who teaches language arts, math, science, and social studies to all my students in Durham public schools. My classes will be aligned with the North Carolina standards and focus on finding the fun in learning!Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $144 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-6 learners per class
