Creative 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. Even if your child isn’t ready to write independently or needs some support to put words on paper, this class is designed to support your child’s efforts and build their skills. Here’s what you can expect:

1.	Weekly Writing Projects: Each week, we will create a new writing project. We'll start with simple writing activities that focus on words, move on to phrases and sentences, and move on to longer writing projects. We will write poetry, instructions, opinion pieces, and stories.

2.	Artistic Accompaniments: Writing isn’t the only focus here! There will also be time for drawing or coloring a picture to go along with the writing. 

3.	Printable Template: For each class, I’ll provide a printable template for writing and drawing. If you don’t have access to a printer, blank paper or a notebook will work just as well.

4.	Collaborative & Supportive Learning: I’ll start each class by introducing the project and showing examples. We will then brainstorm and share ideas for our own projects. As we work on our own projects, I will model the writing process, help spell tricky words, and offer my input. For those who are not yet able to write independently, I will invite them to share their ideas with me, and I will do the writing.

5.	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 style.

6.	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.

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

8.	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.

For new sections starting January 2025, we will start with New Year Writing, then continue at the beginning of the list.

September 2024-June 2025 Dates and Topics:

Poems & Lists (Working with Words)
Week of Sept 2 Handprint Poem or "I Am" Poem
Week of Sept 8 All About Me Poem
Week of Sept 15 Five Senses Poem #1
Week of Sept 22 Shape Poems
Week of Sept 29 Seasons Poem
Week of Oct 6 Color Poem

Week of Oct 13 Rhyme Time Poetry
Week of Oct 20 My Favorite Things Lists
Week of Oct 27 Acrostic Poetry
Week of Nov 3 Word Salad

Writing Phrases & Sentences:
Week of Nov 10 If I Was an Animal
Week of Nov 17 I Wish
Week of Nov 24 Five Senses #2
Week of Dec. 1 Alliterative Sentences
Week of Dec 8 The Important Thing
Week of Dec 15 Exploring Similes

Week of Jan 5 New Year Writing
Week of Jan 12 Five W Sentences
Week of Jan 19 Sentence Stretching
Week of Jan 26 Can You Imagine?

Writing Instructions:
Week of Feb 2 How to Climb a Tree or Brush Your Teeth 
Week of Feb 9 How to Make a Magic Potion

Opinion Writing:
Week of Feb 16 The Best Part of Me Poem
Week of Feb 23 What Do You Like Better?
Week of Mar 2 My Favorite Animal
Week of Mar 9 I When I Grow Up

2 Week Spring Break - No classes week of Mar 16 and 23

Story Writing:
Week of Mar 30 What Happened Next?
Week of April 6 A New Ending
Week of April 13 Story Mapping (Character, Setting, Problem, Solution)
Week of April 20 Story Outline (Beginning, Middle, End)
Week of April 27 Story Writing (Putting it all Together)
Week of May 4 Comic Strip Writing
Week of May 11 Fairy Tale Writing
Week of May 18 Picture Prompt Story
Week of May 25 All About Mom or Dad
Week of June 1 Letter Writing