Creative Writing With Picture Prompts: English Language Arts Storytelling Fun!
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Weekly homework is optional and will take 10-45 minutes.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 4
Beginner Level
Join us for an imaginative journey in Storytelling Circles and Creative Writing focused on English Language Arts! In just 25 minutes, students will explore the magic of storytelling and unleash their creativity through captivating picture prompts and engaging writing exercises. Format: 💠5-Minute Picture Prompt Exploration: Start each session by immersing yourself in a captivating picture prompt. Let your imagination soar as you observe the image and brainstorm story ideas. 💠10-Minute Writing Sprint: Dive into a whirlwind of creativity with a 10-minute writing sprint. Use the picture prompt as inspiration to craft a short story that transports readers to new worlds. 💠5-Minute Sharing Session: Share your creative creations with the class. Celebrate each other's stories and gather inspiration from fellow storytellers. 💠5-Minute Reflection and Wrap-Up: Reflect on your writing journey and share your thoughts during our final 5 minutes together. Discuss what you enjoyed, any challenges you faced, and your ideas for future stories. Objectives: 💠Stimulate creativity and imaginative thinking through visual prompts. 💠Develop writing skills and fluency through engaging writing exercises. 💠Foster a supportive and collaborative environment for sharing. 💠Cultivate a love of storytelling and creative expression. Our Planned Topics: Week of September 9 - mysterious mansion Week of September 16 - lively forest Week of September 23 - spaceship Week of September 30 - magical doorway Week of October 7 - dragon Week of October 14 - underwater city Week of October 21 - time travelling train Week of October 28 - field of flowers Week of November 4 - enchanted castle Week of November 11 - secret garden Week of November 18 - bustling marketplace Week of November 25 - a deserted island Week of December 2 - hidden cave Week of December 9 - carnival Week of December 16 - magical library Week of January 6 - mysterious language Week of January 13 - snowy mountain Week of January 20 - bustling harbor Week of January 27 - a city in the clouds Week of February 3 - waterfall with glowing water Week of February 10 - forest treehouse Week of February 17 - shipwreck Week of February 24 - robots Week of March 3 - a desert oasis Week of March 10 - mysterious portal Week of March 17 - magical marketplace Week of March 24 - wonderful wizard Week of March 31 - unknown creature Week of April 7 - space station Week of April 14 - amusement park Week of April 21 - serene lake Week of April 28 - futuristic laboratory Week of May 5 - misty mountains Week of May 12 - busy city Week of May 19 - field of fairies Week of May 26 - nighttime at the lake Week of June 2 - funny farm Week of June 9 - silly circus Week of June 16 - drones Please feel free to join or leave at any time! 🌟 Whether your child is a budding wordsmith or feels hesitant about writing, this class is the perfect space to explore our creativity and have fun with words. 🌈 Let's write stories together! 🚀
Learning Goals
Enhance Creative Thinking: Students will develop their ability to think creatively and generate unique story ideas based on visual prompts.
English Language Arts- Improve Narrative Skills: Students will learn the elements of narrative writing, including character development, setting, plot, and conflict resolution.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and a pencil.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We use Reading A to Z for our reading materials.
Teacher expertise and credentials
6 teachers have teaching certificates
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree from University of Southern California
Master's Degree in Education from Wilkes University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University
Wild Prairie Learning is a team of experienced, qualified teachers who are committed to inspiring and educating students in English Language Arts through innovative and engaging methods. We strive to foster a love for learning while nurturing each student's individual potential.
(To see a specific teacher’s bio, please view the About Us section in our profile. https://outschool.com/teachers/Wild-Prairie-Learning?signup=true&usid=dO4UTG5i)
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Live Group Class
$9
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
2-8 learners per class