Elementary Writing Course: From Simple Sentences to Formal Paragraphs
In this course, students will master writing in four stages: basic and complex sentences, beginning paragraphs, and formal paragraphs. Our engaging approach ensures kids develop strong writing skills! ESL friendly (CEFR: A2-C2). #academic
Stone Bridges Academy
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. Students will be assigned a writing assignment to complete during the class. If the student does not complete the work in class, the student can complete it outside of work and submit for feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
This course will take learners from writing basic, simple sentences, through building on those simple sentences, to finishing with formal multiple-sentence paragraphs. Classes will include grammar, punctuation, and parts of speech discussions, using the CUPS acronym (capitalization, usage of grammar, punctuation, and spelling) and a sandwich analogy for the paragraphs. All learning will happen through the use of a Google Slides presentation. There will be nothing additional outside of the Outschool Zoom classroom needed. Learners should bring a pencil and paper to each class. Learners should be able to write simple words to take this class. There will be no outside assignments or homework assigned in this class, but if a learner does not complete the in-class writing, the learner should complete it outside of class and submit it to the teacher using the Outschool messaging system.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to use capitals.Students will learn to use periods and occasionally question marks and exclamation points.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Units
8 Lessons
over 4 WeeksUnit 1: Basic Sentences
Lesson 1:
Basic Sentences 1
Learners will look at a picture and be guided through writing a simple sentence. The teacher will encourage learners to write a sentence about 4 or 5 words long and use a whiteboard for support. There will be reminders to use capital letters to begin the sentence and periods to end it. Learners will begin understanding parts of speech by learning and identifying nouns. After each new sentence, learners will be given a break by being able to draw a picture to go with the sentence. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Basic Sentences 2
During this class, the teacher will begin to encourage learners to try to write without copying and check their work after they write the sentence, thus beginning to learn independent writing. 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Complex Sentences
Lesson 3:
Complex Sentences 1
Learners will look at a picture and write a simple sentence. After identifying the noun, learners will be encouraged to add at least one adjective to the sentence. The class will discuss what an adjective is and how to add it to the sentence, writing the longer sentence. Finally, the learners will work on adding a verb or preposition/place. There will be continued encouragement to use CUPS as they work. The teacher will support with the whiteboard. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Complex Sentences 2
During this class, learners will be prompted to try working independently to write a complex sentence. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
We have experience working with learners of all abilities, including ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ASD and more. Learners of all abilities are welcomed and encouraged to join us in class. Please contact us for more information.
Parental Guidance
All learning will happen through the use of a Google Slides presentation. There will be nothing additional outside of the Outschool Zoom classroom needed.
Learners should bring a pencil and paper to each class. Learners should be able to write simple words to take this class.
Supply List
Learners should bring a pencil and paper to each class. Learners should be able to write simple words to take this class.
Joined July, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have teaching certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Master's Degree in Education from University of St Joseph’s
Master's Degree in History from SUNY-Albany
7 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Dance from Oklahoma City University
Bachelor's Degree from Texas Woman's University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from ECSU
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Connecticut
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY-Albany
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Buffalo State College
2 teachers have an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Education from Fort Hayes State University
Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Westervelt Business College - Completed with Honors
Created by Misses Dee:
AA in Child Development
BA in Early Language Development
TESOL Certification
Teacher Certification
20+ years educational experience, including curriculum creation
A love for and educational and personal experience writing Reviews
Live Group Course
$35
weekly or $140 for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-6 learners per class
