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Fantasy Worldbuilding 101 | Create Your Own Fantasy World - Ages 15-18
Mrs. Trippett
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In this 10 week course students will dive deep into the art of storytelling by creating their own fantasy world complete with language/dialect inspiration, a map of your world, creatures/inhabitants, history building, magic and more!
Class Experience
US Grade 10 - 12
Intermediate Level
This 10-week course introduces high school students to the creative and intricate fantasy world-building process. Students will learn essential elements of constructing compelling and immersive fantasy worlds through lectures, exercises, and projects. Embark on a journey into the realm of imagination and creativity with our comprehensive course on world-building. This course is designed for aspiring writers, world-builders, game developers, and anyone passionate about constructing rich and...
20 lessons//10 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Foundations of Fantasy - 1- Introduction to fantasy literature and media - Key elements of a fantasy world: setting, magic systems, races, cultures - Assignment: Choose a favorite fantasy world and analyze its key elementsLesson 2Foundations of Fantasy - 2Week 2Lesson 3Creating Believable Settings - 1**Week 2: Creating Believable Settings** - Geography and topography: maps and world-building - Climate and its impact on civilizations - Assignment: Sketch a map and describe the geography of your fantasy worldLesson 4Creating Believable Settings - 2Week 3Lesson 5Developing Cultures and Societies - 1**Week 3: Developing Cultures and Societies** - Cultural diversity: languages, traditions, and religions - Social structures: governments, classes, and hierarchies - Assignment: Design a culture for a specific race in your fantasy worldLesson 6Developing Cultures and Societies - 2Week 4Lesson 7Magic Systems - 1**Week 4: Magic Systems** - Types of magic: elemental, arcane, divine, etc. - Rules and limitations of magic - Assignment: Create a magic system for your fantasy world and explain its workingsLesson 8Magic Systems - 2Week 5Lesson 9Flora, Fauna, + Beastiary - 1**Week 5: Flora, Fauna, and Bestiary** - Creating mythical creatures and beasts - Unique plants and their magical properties - Assignment: Design a creature or plant species native to your fantasy worldLesson 10Flora, Fauna, + Beastiary - 2Week 6Lesson 11History & Lore - 1**Week 6: History and Lore** - Building a timeline: Major events and epochs - Legendary figures and myths - Assignment: Write a short myth or legend from your fantasy worldLesson 12History & Lore - 2Week 7Lesson 13Technology & Innovation - 1**Week 7: Technology and Innovation** - Technological levels in fantasy worlds - Inventions and their impact on societies - Assignment: Invent a significant technological advancement for your fantasy worldLesson 14Technology & Innovation - 2Week 8Lesson 15Conflict & Politics - 1**Week 8: Conflict and Politics** - Intrigue, alliances, and conflicts between factions - Diplomacy and war in fantasy settings - Assignment: Outline a political conflict scenario in your fantasy worldLesson 16Conflict & Politics - 2Week 9Lesson 17Writing & Storytelling - 1**Week 9: Writing and Storytelling** - Narrative techniques in fantasy literature - Creating compelling characters and plotlines - Assignment: Write a short story set in your fantasy world, incorporating elements covered in the courseLesson 18Writing & Storytelling - 2Week 10Lesson 19Presentations & Feedback - 1**Week 10: Presentations and Feedback** - Presentation of final projects: maps, cultures, magic systems, stories - Peer feedback and discussion - Course reflection and discussion on future world-building endeavorsLesson 20Presentations & Feedback - 2
This class is taught in English.
- **Conceptualization and Vision:** Develop a unique vision for your high fantasy world, defining its themes, tone, and overarching narrative.
- **Worldbuilding Fundamentals:** Learn the foundational principles of worldbuilding, including creating maps, designing ecosystems, and establishing the rules that govern your world.
- **Cultural Diversity:** Explore how to invent diverse cultures, religions, languages, and social structures that breathe life into your world and shape its inhabitants.
- **Magic Systems:** Delve into the creation of magic systems, from defining magical laws and limitations to integrating magic seamlessly into your world's fabric.
- **Historical Context:** Construct a compelling history for your world, detailing pivotal events, conflicts, and the evolution of societies over time.
- **Character Development:** Understand how to develop characters that are rooted in your world's unique cultures and dynamics, ensuring they resonate with your audience.
- **Creative Expression:** Experiment with different forms of creative expression, including writing exercises, visual artwork, and interactive storytelling techniques.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Projects
Frequency: 1-2 throughout the classFeedback: available upon requestDetails: Students will participate in weekly assignments that will be presented as a whole project in the final week of class.Certificate of Completion
Frequency: 1 after class completionDetails: The student will be issued a certificate of completion in the class portal after their presentations have been presented and assessed.
Students will need access to a library or internet book database to complete research and readings that may be suggested throughout the course. For the final capstone project, students will choose how they want to present their created fantasy world. This could be in the form af a costume, a posterboard presentation, a slideshow, or another medium learners are encouraged to explore. Formal list: **Materials Required:** - Writing materials (notebooks, pens) - Access to fantasy literature and media (books, movies, games) - Drawing and painting materials (for maps and illustrations)
Joined February, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
My name is Kailee Trippett and I taught 2nd grade for 7 years. I love teaching strategies and tools to help students become confident and successful readers, writers, and mathematicians. While I offer many 2nd-grade core classes, I also offer some...
Group Class
$15
weekly or $150 for 20 classes2x per week, 10 weeks
75 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-18
1-10 learners per class
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