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Fiction Writing for Teens (Dystopian Settings): Build ELA Skills and Confidence

Completed by 7 learners
Ages 13-16
Live Group Course
Boost your teen’s confidence and creativity with my engaging fiction writing classes. These classes are perfect for teens lacking confidence in writing and who would benefit from extra support in grammar, vocabulary and writing fundamentals
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(81 reviews)
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 8 weeks
1-4 learners per class
45 min

What's included

8 live meetings
6 in-class hours
Projects
1 hour per week. Learners will be encouraged to develop their work outside of lesson time, but it is not required. Towards the end, learners will be encouraged to complete their work outside of class time.
Grading
I will provide live feedback during class, and informal written feedback on any writing submitted.

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 10
Beginner Level
Discover the exciting world of dystopian fiction with this 8-lesson unit, created just for teens working at lower grade levels. 

Each lesson dives into dystopian worlds, while helping learners develop their grammar, build vocabulary, and sharpen their writing skills. 

Teens will get a chance to boost their confidence with writing and enjoy learning in a way that feels engaging and accessible.

These small group classes will run even with one enrolled learner, so you have no worries about a class being cancelled. If your learner would prefer not to work in a 1-on-1 class, I am happy to refund the lesson, should no other learners enroll.

Learners will build up their readiness for writing, first with sentence-level work, and vocabulary work - allowing the end of the course to finish with a more complete paragraph.

I am very willing to meet learners where they are - some learners may write a page, whereas others may find success with 6 sentences.

Work will be typed on screen during lesson time, so that I am able to offer live feedback.

This is a perfect pairing with my Dystopian Characters 8-week course. However, both courses stand alone, or can be taken in any order one-after-another.

Outschool requires that cameras are on for registeration, but there are no requirements for learners to keep their cameras on. Learners can use a mic or the Zoom chat function to communicate with me.

Learning Goals

Using compound and complex sentences.
Using personification and similes to create atmosphere.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
What are dystopian settings?
 Understanding and identifying features of dystopian settings 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Using sentences to describe dystopian settings
 Using different sentence types to describe dystopian settings 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Creating atmosphere in dystopian settings
 Using personification and similies to create atmosphere 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Using punctuation in dystopian settings
 Using a range of punctuation to create different effects 
45 mins online live lesson

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Meet the teacher

Joined January, 2024
5.0
81reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Brighton
I teach ELA and Math to teens in a supportive, confidence-building environment designed for those who need extra academic support.

Many of my students see me multiple times a week, which helps create a safe, consistent space where they feel comfortable taking risks and developing their skills.

I work with learners aged 13-18, focusing on core foundational skills typically taught to 10-13-year-olds. Strengthening these fundamentals allows students to build confidence, close learning gaps, and make real academic progress.

If this is your first class on Outschool use coupon code MsRiot20 for $20 off your first class.

👋 I am an experienced teacher passionate about helping teens grow in confidence and skills. Since qualifying as a teacher in 2007, I’ve worked around the world, taught in classrooms and online, and even developed educational resources for schools and museums.

🌈 I specialize in teaching home-educated teens who need extra support to feel confident with core subjects like English (spelling, grammar, writing, book studies) and other topics like math, history, RE and art. My lessons are designed to meet students where they are, focusing on essential skills often taught at earlier grade levels to help them succeed.

✨ My classroom is a safe, low-pressure space where students can try, grow, and thrive. Whether your teen prefers cameras off, using chat, or just listening, I adapt my teaching to support them. As a neurodivergent adult, I welcome all students exactly as they are and have extensive experience teaching neurodivergent learners.

📚 Learning with me is structured yet flexible, focusing on real progress. I help students build essential skills step by step, creating a foundation they can rely on to tackle future challenges with confidence.

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