Growing Aspiring Writers in Writers' Workshop
Writers will receive guided writing practice each week to inspire them to write about a topic that matters to them. Mini-lessons provide powerful tools for learning and thinking. Confidence in writing opens doors for learners.
Patty Saenz, M. Ed.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(33)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be encouraged to spend an additional 30 minutes- 1 hour each week practicing what is learned.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
In this ongoing writing course, students will be provided a new writing prompt each week to inspire the weekly writing entry. A short mini-lesson will explain a writing skill focus for the week and include teacher modeling. Students will be provided writing time each session and will be able to share a chosen portion of the weekly writing skill practice with one another. The weekly lesson will inspire students to continue writing independently outside of the class time. If a student shares any writing done outside of the session with the teacher in the classroom, the student will receive feedback from the teacher. Week one: Writing prompt: why write? Mini-lesson: process and traits Week two: Writing Prompt: The value of keeping lists Mini-lesson Cubing strategy to explore a topic idea Week three: Writing Prompt: Brainstorming personal treasures with an alphabet list Mini-lesson: Including sensory details Week four: Writing Prompt: positive and negative life events Mini-lesson:: Focus on an important moment Week five: Writing Prompt: Photo writing Mini-lesson: Using figurative language to create imagery Week six: Writing Prompt: What's going on in the world? Mini-lesson: Choosing a writing purpose / audience / topic Week of seven: Writing Prompt: Reflective writing on a famous quotation Mini-lesson: Creating a story to match the theme
Learning Goals
Students will improve writing fluency while acquiring and practicing successful writing techniques.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners may complete the writing electronically or with paper and pencil. Some weeks, a paper and pencil completion will better meet the needs of the assignment. Students should have paper and pen/pencil available each week during the session.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
33reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Lamar University
Bachelor's Degree in English from St Mary's College
My 30 years in public education included teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th grade language arts as well as serving as a language arts instructional coach and instructional specialist for grades 4-12. I embraced the teachings of writing instruction leaders like Nancy Atwell, Ralph Fletcher, Penny Kittle, Jeff Anderson, Kelly Gallagher, and Jennifer Serravallo as I designed this course.Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-8 learners per class
