Introduction to Essay Writing Camp (U.S.) Summer Series - The Descriptive Essay

Join me for this 4-day writing camp that teaches learners the steps involved in creating a clear, well-developed, and, descriptive essay.

Melissa L. - Registered IEW Instructor

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25 minutes

per class

4x per week

over 1 week

10-14

year olds

3-10

learners per class

per learner - per class

How does a “Multi-Day” course work?

Meets multiple times at scheduled times

Live video chats, recorded and monitored for safety and quality

Discussions via classroom forum and private messages with the teacher

Great for engaging projects and interacting with diverse classmates from other states and countries

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Description

Class Experience

Did you know that you can use your five senses (sight, smell, taste, touch, and hear) to create an essay? It's true! Using the world around you, we can create a five-paragraph essay that "shows" the reader what you're experiencing instead of just telling them.

Join me for a four-day writing course that breaks down the steps to create a decriptive essay. Although there is a specific formula we will follow during each class, the content (WHAT you write) is up to you.

Breakdown of days:
Day 1:...

In this course, you will be learning about how to brainstorm ideas, create an outline, and then put together a five-part essay. Your descriptive essay will include an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Writing is FUN, but I've seen too many students see it as a chore. However, writing is a skill that impacts a person's life long after school ends. Why not make it fun now?

As for me, I love classic literature and I especially enjoy working with students to help them develop their own love of reading and writing. (So much so that I've made a career out of it!) While my English degree, registration as an IEW (Institute for Excellence in Writing) Instructor, TEFL, and TESOL certifications are important, I've learned more about creating a positive learning environment from my years as a homeschool mom and online educator. Learners learn better when having fun!

Each day you will receive a worksheet to fill out at home. These worksheets include the steps to help you become a stronger writer. By turning them in each evening, I am able to check for mistakes as they happen instead of waiting until your essay is finished. At the end of the week, you will complete a five-paragraph essay to turn in.

  1 file available upon enrollment* Printer for daily handouts.
* Pen/pencil to take notes.
* Access to Google Docs or Microsoft Word

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Feedback will be given at the end of the week on the learner's essay.

1 hour 40 minutes per week in class, and an estimated 1 - 2 hours per week outside of class.

Because we will be brainstorming ideas in class, I ask that all learners respect other opinions and keep conversations age-appropriate.

Teacher

Melissa L. - Registered IEW Instructor

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Lives in the United States

Enthusiastic Bibliophile, Teacher, and Lifelong Learner

279 total reviews

103 completed classes

About Me

Hello!

My name is Melissa. I am a certified TESOL/TEFL/EYL teacher, an IEW Registered Instructor, professional writer, beta reader, proofreader, editor, and homeschool mom. I have a love for the English language (I have a BA in English to prove...