Creative Writing: A Young Writer's Workshop of Writing with Rabbits

Class
Susie Foote
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(236)
In this 3-day workshop, students will learn the three basic elements of writing a fun and creative story with the help of some rabbits.

Class experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Advanced Level
Because story writing uses three basic parts, we will break apart the story they will write. Each day they will add a new part to the story so that by the end of the camp they will have a captivating tale of wonder to share with each other.

Day 1: Epic Beginnings -- learn to start a story that catches the reader's interest from the get-go. Go beyond "once upon a time" to pull the reader into your tale right away. Learn to use description for the setting to show — rather than just tell — the reader where and when everything is happening.

Day 2: Oh, the Drama -- learn the vehicles used to push along the story in fun and interesting ways. Thinking through the chosen story genre, students will include details of what happens to the characters and flesh out the main idea of the story. Dialogue is encouraged and will be explained, if needed. Adding drama and/or suspense are good elements of any story and capture the reader's mind, making them want to keep reading to know what happens next.

Day 3: In Conclusion -- learn to wrap up the story. How a story ends is of utmost importance. Readers want the satisfaction in knowing all is okay, and the characters will live "happily ever after." 
I have been writing for fun for over 40 years and enjoy sharing my love of writing with those around me. (My kids learned at home, and we've had weekly writing times at our local coffee shop for over 15 years.) I have a bachelor's degree in English/Journalism and have written professionally for the past 25 years.
Homework Offered
Students will have in-class time to complete the sections of their stories; however, they may choose to revise and add more details outside of the camp/class time. This is optional and can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(236)
Profile
I teach writing of all kinds, from creative to essays to short stories and poems. I love words and playing around with them. I also love rabbits. I have been raising them for 40 years, and I am passionate about teaching people all about them and... 
Group Class

$60

for 3 classes
3x per week, 1 week
50 min

Completed by 113 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 8-12
3-10 learners per class

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