Goofy, Gross & Gripping Animal of the Week - Creative Writers' Club
Meri Faulkner- MA, International Teacher & Writer
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In this ongoing course, students will meet once a week to learn scientific facts about a unique, unusual animal. Then, we'll write a descriptive paragraph about it. Each week, a new animal will be introduced.
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Creative writing has never been so goofy, gross or gripping! In this ongoing class, students will learn about, discuss and brainstorm ideas focusing on a strange, new animal each week. Together, we will evolve our ideas using the 4-Square paragraph writing method. With this formulaic approach, getting started is actually easy because there is a step-by-step plan to get key words down on paper. After that, the writing blooms! I love this method because it allows young writers freedom to...
Students will learn to develop stronger paragraphs based on content, fluency, and expression. Brainstorming ideas for descriptive expression will be encouraged.
I'm an international teacher, world traveler and hard-core researcher. I have numerous articles published online, in national and international publications, and I’ve taught writing workshops all over the world.
Homework Offered
Students may continue to develop their paragraphs at home after class. They may submit their completed paragraph to the teacher for feedback after class, if they wish. For every paragraph submitted after class, the teacher will respond with a private video link to Google Drive outlining the strengths and offering suggestions for improvement. (Due to the high number of completed works I receive through the Outschool Conversations tab, I submit personal feedback on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.)Assessments Offered
For every paragraph submitted after class, the teacher will respond with a private video link to Google Drive outlining the strengths and offering suggestions for improvement.Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollment(Optional) 1-2 copies of the graphic organizer (free PDF worksheet available on the "Welcome" page when student enrolls) Lined paper Pencils and erasers
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
3rd party apps are not required. However, there will be a PDF worksheet (generated by Google Drive) available to print upon enrollment. You will not need an extra login to access it. Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools. For some classes, there may be a short Youtube video shown to highlight the animal of the week.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(265)
I have over 20 years teaching experience and two university degrees, a B.A. and M.A. in Communications and Theater. I taught in the USA at the primary, secondary and university levels. When I wasn't teaching in large classrooms, I was...
Group Class
$13
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-8 learners per class
