Creative Writing: Writing Alternate Endings for Short Stories
In this 3 week class, students will read three short stories, learn various story ending techniques, and then write their own alternate endings for each work.
Ginny Chandler, M.Ed.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(37)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssignments
2-4 hours per week. Students will write their own alternate endings to three classic short stories.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
It's happened to everyone; you read a story and immediately know how you would change the ending. In this 3 week class, students will have the opportunity to do just that! Each session will begin with a class reading of a classic short story. After a student led but teacher directed discussion, I will demonstrate a different way a story's ending could be changed. Before the next session, students will write an alternate ending with the option to be shared with the class.
Learning Goals
Students will read three classic short stories.Students will write alternate endings to three classic short stories.
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Change in Main Character
Students will read the short story "The Necklace"
Students will write an alternate ending based on a change in the main character.
*Students will send me a copy of their alternate endings, and I will provide written feedback sent directly to the student.* 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Change in Conflict
Discussion of last session's alternate ending
Students will read the short story "The Lady or the Tiger?"
Students will write an alternate ending based on a change in conflict/resolution. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Change in Theme
Discussion of last session's alternate ending
Students will read the short story "The Monkey's Paw."
Students will write an alternate ending based on a change in the theme. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
"The Necklace"-poverty
"The Lady or the Tiger?"-death
"The Monkey's Paw"- a brutal death and a grim setting
Supply List
Pencil and paper
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I'm Mrs. Ginny, and I am so very excited to guide your student through the world of books! In regards to my teaching experience, I taught 7th grade English for two years and 7th-12th English for six years. I currently tutor with three tutoring companies and offer private lessons at my home.
I have a M.Ed. in English Education from William Carey University, a B.A. in English with a minor in speech communications from William Carey University, and an A.A. degree from Jones College. Before leaving the public and private school system, I held an AA teaching license.
Every time I read a new book, I feel as though I have made a new friend, and I hope to help your student see reading this way. I am extremely passionate about the written word and will use this energy to foster the bookworm in your student!
On a side note- I love spending time with my family, reading aloud to my daughter, gardening, journaling, and READING!Reviews
Live Group Course
$6
weekly or $18 for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-4 learners per class
