Creative Writing - Master the 5 Sentence Paragraph - 4 Square Method + Feedback
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Introduction to the time tested Four Square Method - students will gain massive confidence and have immediate success with zero writer’s block. This technique is one of the quickest ways to bring your struggling young writer to the front page. Whether your child is just learning to write full paragraphs, is an ELL student or simply needs to learn how to harness those creative word ponies so they don’t gallop wildly all over the page, we will explore ideas together and learn how to tighten up...
This class is taught in English.
Using the Four Square Method, students will: Quickly formulate a plan for their paragraph. Immediately produce an engaging opening sentence. Easily brainstorm three supporting sentence examples. Quickly convert the examples into well written sentences. Effortlessly write the conclusion sentence.
I have numerous articles published online, in national and international publications, and I’ve taught writing workshops all over the world. I’m a certified ESL teacher, have experience teaching in a homeschooling environment, and also in public and private schools.
Homework Offered
Students will have the opportunity to write a 5-sentence paragraph independently after class using the skills they have been taught. (Students may submit their completed, written work in paragraph form to the teacher after class for feedback. Due to the high number of completed works I receive through the Outschool Conversations tab, I submit personal feedback on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.)Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollment2 copies of the graphic organizer (free PDF worksheet uploaded from Google Drive) Lined paper Pencils and erasers
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
3rd party apps are not required. However, there will be a PDF worksheet (generated by Google Drive) available to print upon enrollment. You will not need an extra login to access it. No screen sharing will occur through Zoom functions. The teacher will provide colorful slides during class.
I have over 20 years teaching experience and two university degrees, a B.A. and M.A. in Communications and Theater. I taught in the USA at the primary, secondary and university levels. When I wasn't teaching in large classrooms, I was...
Group Class
$11
per classMeets once
35 min
Completed by 314 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-8 learners per class