Fiction Writing for Teens (Dystopian Settings): Build ELA Skills and Confidence
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
Ms Riot - Teaching Teens ELA
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(63)
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursProjects
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.
Learning Goals
Using compound and complex sentences.Using personification and similes to create atmosphere.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 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
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined January, 2024
5.0
63reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Brighton
If this is your first class on Outschool use coupon code MsRiot20 for $20 off your first class.
👋 Hi! I’m Ms. Riot, 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.
✨Many of my students attend multiple classes with me each week. This regular interaction fosters a sense of familiarity and trust, helping students feel more comfortable and engaged in their learning journey.Reviews
Live Group Course
$21
weekly1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
1-4 learners per class
