Fan Fiction Writers
In this one-time class, learners will write a new story about some of their favorite characters from an existing book, tv show, or movie.
Kim Wilson M.A.Ed.
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Does your learner have a favorite book series, tv show, or movie that they like to go back and revisit? All characters (literary or otherwise!) have stories left to tell. One way to capture the interest of a reluctant writer is through high interest subject matter. By allowing learners to write a story about their favorite characters I can capture their attention. All young authors can tap into their creativity by thinking about what story they would like to read about their favorite characters. This class was developed with the Common Core ELA Standards for 2nd-4th Grade in mind by an experienced teacher with nearly a decade working with this age group. This class was designed with a Balanced Literacy Approach that follows a gradual release of responsibility. The teacher first models the type of writing that they learners will complete. Then the students will brainstorm together and share writing ideas. Next, we will plan our writing together with the use of a graphic organizer. Finally, the students will have the opportunity to write their short stories while the teacher guides and assists them. Learners are invited to share their writing at the end of the class session. As this is a 30 minute class, if a learner does not have enough time to finish writing their short story they are welcome to finish outside of class and submit it to receive teacher feedback or post it in the classroom for the other learners to see. Disclaimer: Please note that although students will be able to choose the characters that they wish to write about they will not be able to write about any violent topics, weapons, etc. The teacher will guide them towards engaging their characters in a different, nonviolent manner should such topics arise.
Learning Goals
During this class, students will practice story organization, use of story elements, and creative writing.
Learners will...
-Practice their writing skills.
-Actively engage their thinking skills when creating a new story about familiar characters.
-Practice their oral presentation skills when sharing the story that they have created. (Optional- Learners will be encouraged to share, but it is their choice.)
-Use their active listening skills when hearing the stories that their classmates have created.
-Provide positive feedback about the stories that they hear in class.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Disclaimer:
Please note that although students will be able to choose the characters that they wish to write about they will not be able to write about any violent topics, weapons, etc. The teacher will guide them towards engaging their characters in a different, nonviolent manner should such topics arise.
Supply List
Graphic organizer posted to classroom A notebook or paper to write on A pencil
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
164reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Teaching Certificates
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Education-
Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education
Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
Certification-
Elementary School, Spanish K-12, ESOL K-12
Experience- 9 years as a public school teacher. Three years as a stay-at-home parent to two young children. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$6
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 38 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
2-4 learners per class
