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Expand Your Imagination: Creative-Writing in a Post-Apocalyptic World!
Jessica Curtis- B.A. English & DM/GM
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In this one-time class, learners will learn to write imaginative post-apocalyptic fiction stories and characters.
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Imagine a world where life as we know it has come to a complete halt-- supermarkets ransacked, vehicles stranded in the street. Electricity and fresh water is considered a luxury. Danger lurks around every corner. The sun doesn't seem to shine as bright as it used to. It's every human for themselves. In this one time class, learners ages 9-14 will be able to learn different creative writing skills to take their dystopian stories and characters to the next level. We will begin class...
- Students will be able to improve their short-stories and novels based in a post-apocalyptic setting. We will discuss how to create an engaging beginning, stronger characters, an immersive world and exciting plot points.
I graduated with a bachelor's degree in creative writing and literature from Western Kentucky University. I am experienced in hosting and participating in creative-writing workshops and studied under many well-known, published professors at my university whose expertise was in the "horror" and "fantasy" genre.
Pencil, paper, or the ability to write in a text document on their computer or laptop.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Post-apocalyptic writing can contain themes that some may consider frightening or sensitive: zombies, monsters, sickness, violence against creatures and others, characters may potentially handle weapons. I will encourage students to keep the stories appropriate for our classroom and will give writing prompts to guide them in the right direction.
Joined August, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from Western Kentucky University
Hi, my name is Jessica, or Mrs. Jessica. I am from Kentucky in the USA with my husband, baby boy, and our pets. I attended Western Kentucky University and graduated in 2016 with a bachelor's degree in literature and creative writing. I am a...
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Group Class
$13
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-6 learners per class
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