Creative Writing: The Great Writing Challenge
In this ongoing class students will have the chance to flex their writing muscles and write their own short story based on a variety of genres and themes that change each week! #creative
Kay Grant
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(5)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
If learners did not have the chance to finish their story in class, they can continue it outside of class. Students can then submit their finished pieces for feedback via student message portal. Parents can also submit finished pieces on behalf of the students.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Do you love to write? Do you love sharing stories? This is the club for you! In this ongoing weekly club, learners will be able to write stories covering a variety of genres, themes, etc. We will discuss types of writing styles and genres. Learners will be able to share their favourite lines, stories, etc and why they liked them or what made them stand out. It’s okay even if you don’t have a favourite yet! Prompts will be given before each writing session for those who need more assistance with coming up with ideas to get the writing flow going. (Prompts can be a single word, a bit of dialogue, or a sentence or two.) 1-5 minute explanation of the week's genre/theme. (Prompts will be given.) 10 - 15 minutes for discussion 20 - 30 minutes for writing Remaining time - If students want they can share a bit of what they wrote. Schedule: June 7th - Superhero and villains - Villains point of view June 14th - Fairy Tales June 21st - Supernatural June 28th - Fantasy - High Fantasy ....and more!!
Learning Goals
Students will be able to improve their writing skills and try out a variety of styles and genres.
Other Details
Supply List
Pen and paper. Laptop. (Something to write with.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Kaycee, or Kay for short. I am a certified ESL teacher (I hold a BA in English Literature and East Asian Studies, with a concentration in Japanese), and have taught overseas in Japan.
I am passionate about anime/novels/creative writing/video games/art&crafts, and baking. These are also the topics that I aim to teach as well, alongside ESL, and Elementary Japanese.
I look forward to having classes with you.Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-6 learners per class
