Creative Writing! - Learn to Write a Short Story
In this 4 week ongoing class students will learn how to write a short story.
Traci Powell
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(196)
What's included
4 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Each week they will be assigned a task to complete on their short story. This will be done individually. This task should take 30 minutes to complete. However I have found in my own experience that when you find something you are excited to write about you may take longer when the creativity is flowing.Assessment
The final class the student will present the short story in class.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
In this 4 week ongoing class each student will learn how to write a short story. We will meet once a week. The student will learn how to use their imaginations to create a story idea. Some techniques I will use to foster creativity will be journaling as well as conversation ideas in class to get the student ideas focused. Each lesson will build upon the previous lesson. Your student will be able to share their ideas in class and get feedback and help each week as they work towards the end goal of their finished short story. As an English major in college I loved creative writing. I taught creative writing during my career as a high school English teacher. I am currently writing a novel. I decided to offer this class to help young writers find a love for creative writing. I like to have fun in class. I am laid back but structured. I feel the best way to engage students is to keep learning fun. My goal is that your student will develop a love for creative writing and have a short story they have written to fuel their passion for writing in the years to come. Week 1 - Creating Ideas for your Short Story Week 2- Writer Workshop Week 3- Refining Process week 4 - Presentation of Short Story
Learning Goals
Students will create ideas and organize them into a short story. Students will be given feedback in class and give feedback to others. The students will learn how to journal. Students will complete a short story.
Other Details
Supply List
The students will need a notebook and pencil for each class. The final draft of their story can be written on paper or typed. Optional: If they would like to make a cover for their book they could use any items they would like. Some have used poster board, wrapping paper or even card stock.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
5.0
196reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Hello and welcome to my profile! I have been a teacher with Outschool since 2020. I enjoy teaching students of all ages. Some of my specialties include preparing Pre-K children for Kindergarten both academically as well as socially. I also enjoy teaching ESL to students from all over the world. I enjoy making learning fun. My snowman Snowy engages the students each week with his mail that he sends to the children. Snowy is just one of the unique ways we have fun in class while learning. I truly believe that children need to have fun while learning in order for the concept to really sink in and be understood.
I graduated from UNCW with a Bachelor's Degree in English. After college I started my teaching career as a high school English teacher. I left the profession to raise my four children. I decided to return to my career and have enjoyed teaching many years as a Pre-K teacher.
I am also an online ESL ( English as a Second Language) teacher with VIPKid. I enjoy getting to know my students both in the United States and all over the world!
I love snow! This is something that the kids always seem to really enjoy. I love hearing the children laugh and seeing those precious smiles while we enjoy learning together. My husband and children love to travel. We enjoy camping all over the USA. I also have a black lab named Snowflake and a cat named Chloe. I hope to see your child in class soon!Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
25 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-6 learners per class
