What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. If learners do not complete their writing or editing in class, it can be done at home. The time needed may vary but should not exceed thirty minutes per week.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 4
Beginner Level
🌟 Welcome to the Creative Writing Workshop! 🌟 In just 45 minutes each week, your child will dive into an exciting world of imagination and creativity! Through crafting stories, paragraphs, and poems, students will not only enhance their writing skills but also create a beautiful, personalized book filled with their unique expressions. 📚 What to Expect: ♦️ Engaging Learning: Each session kicks off with a brief teaching segment that introduces essential writing techniques tailored to inspire and empower young writers. ♦️ Guided Writing Time: With 20 minutes dedicated to immersive writing, students will receive hands-on support as they develop their own stories and poems. I'll be there every step of the way to provide encouragement and guidance! 🎯 Our Goals: ♦️ Ignite Imagination: Foster creativity through exciting writing exercises that spark curiosity. ♦️ Enhance Writing Skills: Equip students with valuable techniques to improve their writing fluency and expressiveness. ♦️ Build Confidence: Create a nurturing environment where young writers feel safe to share their thoughts and ideas, boosting their confidence and love for writing. Join us on this creative journey, and watch your child's writing skills flourish in a fun and supportive atmosphere! We can't wait to see the incredible stories they will create! 📖💖 Planned topics: Week of September 9 - narrative paragraph Week of September 16 - shape poems Week of September 23 - descriptive paragraph Week of September 30 - acrostic poems Week of October 7 - persuasive paragraph Week of October 14 - limericks Week of October 21 - procedural paragraph Week of October 28 - story telling Week of November 4 - storytelling 2 Week of November 11 - triangle triplet writing Week of November 18 - personal narrative writing Week of November 25 - letter writing Week of December 2 - haiku writing Week of December 9 - interview writing Week of December 16 - narrative writing Week of January 6 - clerihew writing Week of January 13 - persuasive writing Week of January 20 - journal entry Week of January 27 - descriptive writing Week of February 3 - free verse poetry Week of February 10 - persuasive writing Week of February 17 - writing about setting Week of February 24 - procedural writing Week of March 3 - create a character Week of March 10 - tanka poetry Week of March 17 - story telling Week of March 24 - story telling 2 Week of March 31 - list poem Week of April 7 - descriptive writing Week of April 14 - riddle poem Week of April 21 - problem and solution writing Week of April 28 - persuasive writing Week of May 5 - cinquain poems Week of May 12 - narrative writing Week of May 19 - descriptive writing Week of May 26 - procedural writing Week of June 2 - letter writing Week of June 9 - diamante poetry Week of June 16 - personal narrative writing This is an inclusive class and all learners are welcome. We can’t wait to meet your learner in the classroom!
Learning Goals
Foster Creativity: Encourage students to explore their imagination and express their thoughts through various writing forms, such as stories, paragraphs, and poems.
Develop Writing Skills: Teach essential writing techniques, including organization, structure, and descriptive language, to improve overall writing quality.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will need a notebook, pencils, and coloring materials.
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 some example texts.
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 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)
Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-10
3-8 learners per class