1. **Understanding Mystery Elements:** Gain a deep understanding of the essential elements that make up a compelling mystery narrative, including plot structure, character development, setting, and pacing.

2. **Analyzing Effective Writing:** Analyze and deconstruct well-written mystery stories to identify techniques and strategies employed by successful authors in building suspense, crafting clues, and creating engaging plots.

3. **Developing Plot and Characters:** Learn how to develop intriguing plots that keep readers guessing until the end, as well as how to create complex and memorable characters who drive the story forward.

4. **Mastering Suspense and Tension:** Explore methods for building suspense and tension throughout a mystery narrative, including pacing, foreshadowing, red herrings, and dramatic reveals.

5. **Creating Authentic Settings:** Learn how to create immersive and authentic settings that serve as integral components of the mystery narrative, enhancing atmosphere and providing clues to the reader.

6. **Brainstorming and Generating Ideas:** Practice brainstorming techniques to generate creative ideas for mystery plots, characters, and clues, fostering a rich imagination and original storytelling.

7. **Constructing Engaging Plots:** Develop skills in constructing engaging and cohesive plots using frameworks such as the Plot Mountain model, ensuring that mysteries unfold logically and captivate the reader's attention.

8. **Revising and Editing:** Hone skills in revising and editing mystery drafts to refine plot twists, tighten pacing, enhance character depth, and ensure consistency and coherence in storytelling.

9. **Providing and Receiving Feedback:** Participate in constructive peer feedback sessions to receive valuable insights and perspectives on your mystery writing, and develop the ability to provide helpful feedback to fellow writers.

10. **Fostering Creativity and Confidence:** Cultivate creativity, confidence, and a sense of mastery in crafting mystery narratives, empowering students to express their unique voices and unleash their storytelling potential.

With 20 years of experience teaching writing from grade 1 to 12, I'm dedicated to nurturing creativity and fostering writing skills in students of all ages. My passion for writing extends to successful online teaching, where I share my knowledge and love for storytelling with students worldwide.

With over 20 years of experience in accommodating unique learning styles, I've crafted an inclusive environment where every learner can thrive. 

This intermediate creative writing class is designed for aspiring young writers between the ages of 10 and 15 who already possess basic writing skills and a passion for storytelling.