Creative and Expressive Writing

In this engaging and supportive writing class, learners will have the opportunity to expand their imaginations, stretch their thinking, share their ideas, opinions and knowledge, AND improve their writing skills - all in a flexible format where each class stands alone. Join for one or two classes, or stay for the full school year (July 2025-May 2026)  (September 2025-July 2026). This class is designed for emergent writers who may struggle to write full sentences, intermediate writers who can write short sentences, and even more advanced writers who can express their ideas fluently.  Here’s what you can expect:

1.	Independent Writing Projects: Each week, we will explore a new writing style. Since each session is stand-alone, students can join anytime without needing previous lessons.

2.	Diverse Writing Topics: Writing activities will range from storytelling, descriptive writing, and poetry to opinion pieces, informational writing and reflections. Each class focuses on a single type of writing.

3.	Creative Expression: Alongside writing, learners can illustrate their work to bring their stories and ideas to life.

4.	Inclusive Environment:  Neurodiverse learners are warmly welcomed. I’ll meet each learner where they are, tailoring my approach to their unique needs. Please reach out to me if you want to discuss your child’s individual learning needs.

5.	Microphone Etiquette:  I welcome and encourage conversation during class! Learner microphones will rarely be muted. Only if background noises interfere with the class experience will I gently request muting.

6.	Parental Support: Parents, feel free to stay nearby if your child needs assistance. However, allow me to guide and support them during class.

Questions and Concerns: If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to ensure a positive learning journey for everyone.

This class aligns with key Common Core State Standards for writing, focusing on descriptive, creative, opinion, reflective, informative, and narrative writing.

Please note that this schedule is subject to last minute changes based on student interest.

Dates and Topics: May 2025 Schedule
Week of June 1 Free Write
Week of June 8 If I Could Change the World
Week of June 15 Crack the Code
Week of June 22 Mystery Object
End of Current Class Sessions. 

New sessions:
Begins in July 2025 and runs until May 2026 
Begins in September 2025 and runs until July 2026

July 2025 - May 2025 and September 2025 - June 2026 Dates & Topics:

Week of July 6/Sept 7 Where Am I? Describing a place with your 5 senses.
Week of July 13/Sept 14 Look What I Found! Describing something from nature.
Week of July 20/Sept 21 Oh, What a Feeling! Describing someone having a BIG feeling.
Week of July 27/Sept 28 Just a Minute! Describing an ordinary moment.
Week of Aug 3/Oct 5 Whatever the Weather Will Be! Describing a place and the weather.
Week of Aug 10/Oct 12 What a Character! Describing a person or a character.
Week of Aug 17/Oct 19 Action! Describing an action.
Week of Aug 24/Oct 26 What If? Writing about something that will never happen.
Week of Aug31/Nov 2 My Colorful World - Writing poetry about colors.
Week of Sept 7/Nov 9  Comic Strip Story - Creating you own comic strip.
Week of Sept 14/Nov 16 Magic Potions - Mixing up a special brew.
Week of Sept 21/Nov 23 Step by Step - Explaining how to make something.
Week of Sept 28/Nov 30 Alternative Endings - Writing a new ending to an old story.
Week of Oct 5/Dec 7 Meet My Character - Writing a description of a character.

No Class on October 13/25

Week of Oct 19/Dec 14 Fact or Opinion? Writing facts & opinions about different topics.

No classes during the weeks of Dec 21 and 28.

Week of Oct 26/Jan 4 (2026) My Fave! Writing an opinion about your favorite thing to do.
Week of Nov 2/Jan 11 Let's Compare - Writing a comparison of two different things.
Week of Nov 9/Jan 18 Write a Review - Writing a review on a book, movie, toy.
Week of Nov 16/Jan 25 Would You Rather? Write what you'd rather do.
Week of Nov 23/Feb 1 Let's Debate! Compare opinions with a partner.
Week of Nov 30/Feb 8  Choice Board - Pick a topic and state your opinion.
Week of Dec 7/Feb 15  Best Day Ever! Writing about a happy or funny memory.
Week of Dec 14/Feb 22  Are We There Yet? Writing about a trip.

No class weeks of Dec 21 and 28/2025

Week of Jan 4 (2026)/Mar 1  What's Next? Writing about what you would do next time.
Week of Jan 11/Mar 8 Check Out What I Learned! Writing about what you learned to do.

No classes during the weeks of Mar 15 and 22

Week of Jan 18/Mar 29 A Letter to Remember - Writing a letter about a memory.
Week of Jan 25/Apr 5 I'm So Thankful - Writing about something you are thankful for.
Week of Feb 1/Apr 12 That Was Then, This is Now - Writing about how you changed.
Week of Feb 8/Apr 19 My Favorite Animal - Writing facts about an animal.
Week of Feb 15/Apr 26 Fact Finder - Read about a topic and share 3 facts.
Week of Feb 22/May 3 How To - Explain how to do something.
Week of Mar 2/May 10 Are You Interested? Writing about an activity you know how to do.
Week of Mar 8/ May 17 News Flash! Writing a news-style report.

No classes during weeks of Mar 15 and 22/25

Week of Mar 29/May 24 A Day in the Life - Writing about someone with a cool job.
Week of Apr 5/May 31 Compare & Contrast - Using a Venn Diagram to compare.
Week of Apr 12/June 7 Build a Story - Choose a setting and character.
Week of Apr 19/June 14 It All Started When - Writing various story beginnings.
Week of Apr 26/June 21 Character Sketch - Writing a description of your characters.
Week of May 3/July 28 What's the Problem? Describing conflict in your story.
Week of May 10/July 6 Let's Talk it Out - Writing dialogue in your story.
Week of May 17/July 14 The End! - Writing an ending for your story.
Week of May 24/July 21 All Together Now! Writing your story from beginning to end.