Creative Writing: A Young Writer's Workshop of Writing with Rabbits
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.
Susie Foote
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(237)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
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.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Advanced Level
This workshop will be set up as a three-day class. Students will bring their own pencils, pens, paper, crayons, and imaginations to write and draw something creative that may or may not include rabbits. Students need to have a basic proficiency in writing or a parent/guardian available to assist. There is a minimum enrollment for each workshop. We will begin each session with introductions and then I will introduce the students to Finnegan, one of my rabbits (for inspiration). I will then help the students understand the basic elements of a story -- a catchy beginning, dramatic/eventful middle, and satisfying ending -- through Finn’s story. Then they’ll learn how to use them in their own stories. Artwork can be included, if the student desires. The students will then have time to complete each part of their writings and drawings, and we will use the last 10 minutes of the class to share our works.
Learning Goals
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."
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2019
4.8
237reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
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.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 113 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-10 learners per class
