Creative Writing: Build Your Own Story or Universe
In this 8-week course, I will guide students in crafting their own short story, focusing on narrative structure, perspective, symbolism, and character development. This class encourages true imagination and creativity.
Jay
Average rating:
5.0
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What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed120 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
Beginner - Advanced Level
Class Experience: Master Story Elements – Craft Captivating Short Stories In this engaging and interactive class, young writers will master the essential elements of storytelling—mood, tone, symbolism, character development, setting, and dialogue—to craft compelling short stories. Whether your child is a budding author or just beginning their writing journey, this class will provide them with the tools to bring their ideas to life! 📚 What Will Be Taught? This class will guide students through the core elements of storytelling to help them create dynamic and engaging short stories. By the end of the course, learners will understand how to: ✅ Develop complex and believable characters ✅ Establish atmospheric settings that enhance the story ✅ Use mood and tone to shape a reader’s experience ✅ Incorporate symbolism to add deeper meaning ✅ Craft natural and engaging dialogue ✅ Structure a cohesive short story with a strong beginning, middle, and end
Learning Goals
Develop and Refine a Short Story: Students will brainstorm, outline, and write a complete short story centered around a core theme, progressing from initial concept to a polished final draft.Master Story Elements: Students will learn to incorporate key storytelling elements such as mood, tone, symbolism, character development, settings, and dialogue to create a cohesive and engaging short story.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
As a world-class competitive debater and instructor, I bring a deep passion for writing and storytelling, honed through years of experience as a freelance writer for news and cultural publications. I’ve taught creative writing and storytelling to numerous students and grew up immersed in a family of illustrators and storytellers, which shaped my creative imagination. My journey began with professional writing for my university newspaper, sparking a lifelong interest in culture and expression. Over the years, I’ve guided debaters in crafting winning speeches and college essays, and I’ve shared my own creativity through journals, blogs, and newsletters. Writing is not just my passion—it’s my way of empowering others to share their ideas and stories with the world.Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$259
per sessionMeets on demand
120 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
