Creative Writing: Invent Your Own Adventure
In this 4-week creative writing class, your child will develop their own adventure story from start to finish, learning key writing skills like character development, world-building, and conflict resolution.
What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be asked to write based on the prompt and information learned in class. I suggest a paragraph per week be written, but it is up to the student as to how much they are wanting to write.Assessment
If the student or parent requests, I will perform a written assessment of the student's performance throughout the class.Class Experience
In this class, students will learn how to write an original adventure story from start to finish. They will explore essential creative writing skills, including character development, world-building, plot structure, creating conflict, and writing a resolution. By the end of the course, students will have completed their own adventure story and gained confidence in their storytelling abilities. We will cover: Character Development - Creating a compelling hero with strengths, weaknesses, and goals. World-Building - Designing an engaging and imaginative setting for the adventure. Plot Structure - Understanding the elements of an adventure story—introduction, rising action, climax, and resolution. Conflict and Tension - Crafting obstacles and villains to create excitement and challenge the hero. Dialogue and Description - Writing effective dialogue and using descriptive language to bring the story to life. Climax and Resolution- Building towards the story's climax and concluding the adventure in a satisfying way. The class will run over four weeks, with each week focusing on a different key element of story development. Each session will consist of an Introduction to the Topic: A short lesson on the week's focus (e.g., character development, world-building). Interactive Activities: Creative exercises where students brainstorm, sketch, or outline their ideas with guidance. Discussion and Sharing: Students will have the chance to share their ideas and get feedback from the teacher and peers. Homework Assignment: Students will be encouraged to write part of their story each week, building it progressively. My teaching style is engaging, supportive, and creative. I aim to create a positive, encouraging space where students feel comfortable expressing their ideas and exploring their creativity. I believe in active learning, so students will be involved in brainstorming, writing, and sharing throughout the course. I use power points and visual aids to guide students and keep them engaged in their learning. I also focus on making writing fun, so students will leave each class excited to continue working on their story.
Learning Goals
Develop Creative Writing Skills: Students will learn how to structure an adventure story, including creating compelling characters, building an imaginative setting, and developing a clear plot with conflict and resolution.Enhance Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Through creating obstacles and challenges for their characters, students will learn how to build tension and craft solutions, fostering creative problem-solving in their storytelling.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Creating Your Hero and Defining the Quest
In this first week, we’ll dive into what makes an exciting adventure story! Students will brainstorm and create their own unique hero, defining their character’s personality, strengths, and weaknesses. We’ll also outline the quest—what is their hero trying to achieve, and why? By the end of class, students will have their hero and the beginning of their adventure mapped out. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
World-Building and Overcoming Obstacles
This week, we’ll focus on world-building, helping students design the setting for their story. Is it a magical kingdom, a distant planet, or a secret underwater world? Students will also create the first challenge or obstacle their hero will face in this world. We’ll discuss how to make the setting feel real and how to introduce conflict early on to keep the story exciting. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Creating Conflict and Building Tension
Now it’s time to crank up the action! Students will explore how to create tension and conflict in their story, whether it’s through an evil villain, a tricky puzzle, or a dangerous situation. We’ll brainstorm ways to push the hero to their limits, setting the stage for an exciting climax. Students will outline and begin writing the big, dramatic moments in their story. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Bringing the Adventure to a Conclusion
In the final week, students will learn how to bring their adventure story to a thrilling and unique conclusion. We’ll discuss how to wrap up the quest, resolve conflicts, and give the hero a memorable ending. Students will also have the chance to share an excerpt of their story with the class, receive feedback, and celebrate their creative journey. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and a writing tool for classes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have always studied English and have taken many creative writing courses before. I tutored in English as well, and I love writing and using the power of the mind to create powerful stories! Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $72 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
