$250
for 15 classesIEW Wonders of Science Theme-Based Writing Lessons (Part 1)
Completed by 21 learners
Ages 11-13
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
1x per week, 15 weeks
4-8 learners per class
75 min
What's included
15 live meetings
18 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be assigned homework to complete after each class. This class will meet 2x each week, and students are expected to complete their homework between meeting days.Assessment
This is not a graded class. However, students will be awarded points based on how complete their checklist is. Learners will turn in their homework, and I will provide feedback to them. Learner progress is assessed through the completion of assignments and participation in class.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Not seeing an available class? Please find me at The Delightful Classroom for additional courses. ****This is a Level B class that teaches all nine units. In this beginner writing class, students will write about science-themed topics such as insects, inventions, and famous scientists while they learn to write with Structure and Style. Students must read at a fifth-grade level or higher. Students must have a basic understanding of English grammar. Students will have homework to turn in. Students must be able to type their assignments and turn them in. Learners will receive feedback on submitted assignments. Learners will need the student book for Wonders of Science Writing Lessons https://iew.com/shop/products/wonders-science-writing-lessons-student-book-only Students will complete units one through nine in this class. In this class, students will: -Practice making keyword outlines and narrating a story using their outlines -Practice writing a paragraph from notes -Practice retelling a story in their own words using their outlines -Practice creating a title for their story -Practice summarizing a reference -Practice writing from pictures -Practice summarizing multiple references -Practice inventive writing -Practice writing a formal essay -Practice writing a formal critique and response to literature -Practice using dress-ups, decorations, and sentence openers to make interesting sentences I will teach the lesson or concept the students will work on during class. I will model lessons, and we will work together in class to brainstorm ideas. Students will be expected to complete assignments after each class. Students should expect to spend time outside of class completing assignments. Week 1: Unit I: Note Making and Outlines- Dead Ants HOMEWORK assigned Week 2: Unit 2: Writing from Notes- Honey Bees HOMEWORK assigned Week 3: Unit 2: Writing from Notes- Bombardier Beetles HOMEWORK assigned Week 4: Unit 2: Writing from Notes- Monarch Migration HOMEWORK assigned Week 5: Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories-Daedalus and Icarus HOMEWORK assigned Week 6: Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories- Archimedes HOMEWORK assigned Week 7: Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories- Jack and the Beanstalk HOMEWORK assigned Week 8: Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories- Rumpelstiltskin HOMEWORK assigned Week 9: Unit 4: Summarizing a Reference- Steam Engines HOMEWORK assigned Week 10: Unit 4: Summarizing a Reference- Model T Ford HOMEWORK assigned Week 11: Unit 4: Summarizing a Reference- Flight HOMEWORK assigned Week 12: Unit 4: Summarizing a Reference- Spacesuits HOMEWORK assigned Week 13: Unit 5: Writing from Pictures- Meteorite HOMEWORK assigned Week 14: Unit 5: Writing from Pictures- Message in a Bottle HOMEWORK assigned Week 15: Unit 5: Writing from Pictures- Science Lab HOMEWORK assigned Students do not need any prior writing skills before taking this class. A basic understanding of English grammar is required.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their writing skills by following a structured format and learning to add style to their sentences.
Students will gain confidence in writing.
Students will grow their vocabulary.
Students will improve their English grammar.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Unit 1
Dead Ants
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Unit 2
Honey Bees
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Unit 2
Bombardier Beetles
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Unit 2
Monarch Migration
75 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents may need to help their students turn in the assigned homework.
Pre-Requisites
Students should have a solid understanding of basic English grammar.
Students should be able to form a complete sentence.
Students should be able to read at a fifth grade level or higher.
Supply List
The book required for this course is: IEW Wonders of Science Writing Lessons student book. https://iew.com/shop/products/wonders-science-writing-lessons-student-book-only Students will need a thesaurus. Students will need to be able to type their essays.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
IEW Wonders of Science Writing Lessons student book: https://iew.com/shop/products/wonders-science-writing-lessons-student-book-only
Students may choose to use Google Docs to type their papers. These should be saved as a PDF and uploaded in the classroom.
At times, the Nearpod app will be used. Students will be given notice for class sessions that will utilize this.
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