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, 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 (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, keeping lessons fresh and engaging.

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 May 4 Letter Writing
Week of May 11 What Would You Do?
Week of May 18 Picture Prompt Story Writing
Week of May 25 Dialogue Writing
Week of June 1 Free Write
Week of June 8 If I Could Change the World
Week of June 15 Mystery Object Writing
Week of June 22 Crack the Code
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 My 5 Senses
Week of July 13/Sept 14 What is it?
Week of July 20/Sept 21 How Do You Feel?
Week of July 27/Sept 28 Step by Step
Week of Aug 3/Oct 5 It Was a Dark and Story Night!
Week of Aug 10/Oct 12 What a Character!
Week of Aug 17/Oct 19 Action Packed!
Week of Aug 24/Oct 26 Story Starters
Week of Aug31/Nov 2  Poetry
Week of Sept 7/Nov 9  Comics
Week of Sept 14/Nov 16 Magic Potions & Recipes
Week of Sept 21/Nov 23 Instructions
Week of Sept 28/Nov 30 Character Traits
Week of Oct 5/Dec 7 Opinion or Fact? 
No Class on October 13/25
Week of Oct 19/Dec 14 I Have My Reasons
No classes during the weeks of Dec 21 and 28.

Week of Oct 26/Jan 4 (2026) Let's Compare
Week of Nov 2/Jan 11 Thumbs Up or Down
Week of Nov 9/Jan 18 Dear Sir or Madam
Week of Nov 16/Jan 25 Friendly Debates
Week of Nov 23/Feb 1 More Opinions with Reasons
Week of Nov 30/Feb 8  A Fun Memory
Week of Dec 7/Feb 15  A Personal Experience
Week of Dec 14/Feb 22  What If?
No class weeks of Dec 21 and 28/2025

Week of Jan 4 (2026)/Mar 1  What I Learned
Week of Jan 11/Mar 8 Gratitude
No classes during the weeks of Mar 15 and 22

Week of Jan 18/Mar 29 How I Changed
Week of Jan 25/Apr 5 My Favorite Animal
Week of Feb 1/Apr 12 Fun Facts
Week of Feb 8/Apr 19 How-to Guide
Week of Feb 15/Apr 26 My Favorite Hobby
Week of Feb 22/May 3 Let's Research
Week of Mar 2/May 10 Historical Event
Week of Mar 8/ May 17 Label Diagrams
No classes during weeks of Mar 15 and 22/25

Week of Mar 29/May 24 Story Elements
Week of Apr 5/May 31 Story Beginnings
Week of Apr 12/June 7 Characters
Week of Apr 19/June 14 Conflict and Excitement
Week of Apr 26/June 21 The End
Week of May 3/July 28 Let's Talk - Exploring Dialogue
Week of May 10/July 6 Short Story Writing