Learners will become better and more confident writers.

Learners will develop critical thinking skills by considering their and others’ ideas and writing. 

Learners will better understand how to use fantasy tropes in stories in ways that are enjoyable for a reader.

Learners will better understand how stories are formed, including literary elements such as characters, setting, plot, etc. 

Learners will better understand how published works are created, including brainstorming, collaborating with others, writing and rewriting, etc. 

Learners will become more fluent and confident in conversation skills such as active listening, affirming others’ comments, and giving and receiving critiques and opinions. 

Learners will become more confident and fluent in reading aloud.

Taught 4 years of Writer's Workshop.
Excelled in Writing for Teachers and Creative Writing classes in college.
Have been blogging for different sites throughout my adult life. 
Written curricula for public schools, homeschooling, and religious organizations.

Homework Offered
Learners will complete most of their writing outside of class, and how long it takes each week depends on the length of their story.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
I will informally assess learners' growth in conversation and writing skills as the weeks progress.
Grades Offered

Flexible structure of each session
Graphic organizers & other visual elements used
Individualized attention and support 
Varied modalities: brainstorming, independent writing and/or dictation

We may refer to "21 Popular Fantasy Tropes for Writers" from Writer's Digest throughout the course.