Horror Writing for Ages 14 - 18 - Novels, Short Stories, Etc.
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. I can provide students with homework, assignments, and projects - All upon request. Students are encouraged to do writing outside of the meetings.Grading
Any form of grading (assessment) can be provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
This is a great class for students who enjoy sinister stories and ghoulish topics. Each week we will cover a new subject pertaining to Horror, followed closely by a few helpful writing tips to elevate the student's spooktacular stories. Everything meeting's (dark) theme is student/parent requested - My message box is open 24/7 for lesson requests, one-on-one writing feedback (fiction and nonfiction - assignments, speeches, etc. - welcome), one-on-one assistance with individual writing struggles, prompt requests, etc. Structure for each meeting: Opening Time: - 'Flex' Time - This is where students can discuss their weekly writing and ask any questions they may have - Vocabulary Words - New ones are provided each week and are based on the writing theme Lesson Time: Time for some stories linked to our malevolent topics and that helpful writing tip. Writing Time: This is the student's free time - They can write short stories, add to longer stories, fan fiction, flash fiction, micro fiction, novellas, poems, songs, scripts, artwork for stories, storyboarding, character building, etc. Share Time: In-class sharing time is optional - This is where students can receive positive encouragement from their classmates. They are welcome to send their writing to my message box for one-on-one feedback and editing. I am also happy to assist any students whose goal is to publish in the future. (I can provide advice and help the student to create a writing schedule.) I am also very much available to help students who struggle with writer's block and can provide them with activities (upon request). Current Requests: August: 28/3 - Circus Sept: 4/10 - Schools 11/17 - House Sitting 18/24 - Corn Fields 25/1st - Basements & Attics Oct: 2nd/8th - Underground 9th/ 15th - Ships 16th/22nd - Home Alone 23rd/29th - Analog Horror Nov: 30th/5th - Serious/Comical Horror 6th/12th - German Horror 13th/19th - Photos 20th/26th - Hospitals
Learning Goals
Story Structure
Character Development
Setting
Building Conflict
Dialogue
Transition
Publishing
Etc.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Death, blood-drinking, demonic possession, monsters, murder, occult, asylums, orphanages, scary locations, death, thrillers, slashers, dark forests, cemeteries, haunted houses, Urban Legends, Creepy Pasta, CryptTV, Annabelle, Serial Killers, Paranormal investigations, kidnapping, blood, no Twilight, creature feature, Wicca, Voodoo, Tarot, Ouiji Boards, hotels, scary laughter, cultural beliefs/monsters, Grimm tales, phobias, mental illness, Did I mention death? ...
No swearing when sharing in class (please use the 'bleep'). No sexual-related content or torture. Violations will be reported to Outschool immediately - If we aren't sure about something, please feel free to ask.
Supply List
Either access to a digital writing source or a pen and paper.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from Brigham Young University - Idaho
I am a dedicated writer of over 20+ years. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing and Literature studies. I publish through several different types of self-publishing companies and have knowledge concerning the 'brick and mortar' ones.
10+ Years of Education Experience.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 304 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-18 learners per class