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Creative Writing: Writing Short Stories for Horse-Lovers (Small Group Class)

Completed by 5 learners
Ages 12-16
Live Group Class
In this on-going horse-themed class, students will develop diverse writing skills. Students will use the entire writing process to write and edit their own stories -- often about horses. This class fosters a love of writing!
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(78 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week
2-7 learners per class
50 min

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

Intermediate Level
Students LOVE writing about horses in this on-going class! 

This small group learning environment pairs students' interest in horses with developing writing skills. I have combined my nearly 20 years of teaching experience in a classroom with my passion for writing and my experience as a former riding coach and horse owner to design this engaging class.

This class aims to:
-Develop students' creative writing skills and foster a love for writing
-Develop students' use of the entire writing process to write short stories
-Teach students about different types of literary terms (like plot, conflict) and devices (figurative language) to create strong writing
-Teach various creative writing skills and techniques (like show, don't tell)
-Improve students' written expression (specifically work on clarity of expression)
-Encourage students to think carefully about word choice to create unique writing
-Provide a place for students to talk about horses and be social

Every class begins with greetings and the class agenda. Each session then focuses on a different skill or concept which students work through as a discussion or activity. Following this, students work independently on writing their own stories while the teacher works one-on-one with each student. The class ends with a discussion of student learning and celebrating successes. 

Note: Some classes will spend more time on activities or writing depending on the topic. As well, class topics can change depending on students needs and skill development.

I am a very positive and encouraging teacher, and I use a variety of methods that appeal to both visual and linguistic learners. This class will use many approaches for learning including discussion, slides and sometimes video or audio clips. Students will receive lots of verbal feedback, and there are many opportunities for students to participate throughout the class. I love talking about horses and watching students achieve success in their writing.

Students taking this class are strongly encouraged to have their cameras on as it develops students' intrapersonal skills and I can more effectively teach and respond to students' non-verbal cues. Students will need lined paper and a pen or pencil and/or a device for typing.

Parents are sent a short email after EACH class (by the end of the day) to communicate class content and provide some learner feedback...which many homeschooling parents find helpful.

Tentative Schedule for Writing Topics:

Week of December 15 – Sprint Writing and Author Showcase
Week of December 22 – no class
Week of December 29 – no class
Week of January 5 – Writing Goals
Week of January 12 – Setting Exploration
Week of January 19 – Writing Forward
Week of January 26 – Showing & Telling
Week of February 2 – Workshopping
Week of February 9 – Workshopping
Week of February 16 – Writing Dialogue
Week of February 23 – Sprint Writing and Author Showcase
Week of March 2 – TBD
Classes will continue weekly with varied topics.

Learning Goals

Students will improve their writing skills and foster a love for writing.

Other Details

External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined May, 2022
5.0
78reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I am a certified and experienced English and History teacher (20 years in a classroom) and I have owned and ridden horses most of my life. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as an equestrian coach.  I have taught creative writing for many years and have had some work published myself. Many of my students have had their creative pieces published and have won writing awards.

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