What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this ongoing course, we will learn how to write different types of stories using sentence starters. Classes will also include input on grammar, vocabulary, spelling. Each class will include a range of teaching methods and activities that are designed to engage the learners in both a hands-on and minds-on way. Classes will include discussions, Q&A, quizzes. Learners will be encouraged to write, revise and share what they write. A variety of methods are used to support learners and cater for different learning styles and needs. Week of 10/2/25 - Identifying themes Week of 17/2/25 - Recognising genres Week of 24/2/25 - What is a story? Week of 3/3/25 - Characters in stories Week of 10/3/25 - Types of fiction Week of 17/3/25 - Planning your story Week of 24/3/25 - Focusing on settings Week of 31/3/25 - Writing for different audiences Week of 7/4/25 - Identifying errors Week of 14/4/25 - Context for writing Week of 21/4/25 - Fiction vs non-fiction Week of 28/4/25 - Reading (and writing) for pleasure Week of 5/5/25 - Understanding recounts Each week will include English language direction including spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, grammar and input on ideas. Learners are expected to complete their writing following each class and submit it via the classroom. Please note, the course is aimed at Key Stage 1 learners in the UK which is ages 5-7 years old. We look forward to being part of your learning journey!
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have teaching certificates
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Health/PE
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Science
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree from Texas Tech University
6 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from University of South Africa
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of South Africa
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from University of Westminster
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Messiah University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Bowie State University
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from University of Maine at Fort Kent
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from University College of Cape Breton - now Cape Breton University
Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies from Alpha Crucis
We are a team of qualified and experienced teachers with a wealth of experience across a range of ages and subjects. Most of our teachers are also TEFL/TESL qualified. You can find out more about each teacher in our profile. We are all passionate about teaching and learning and seeing our learners succeed. We look forward to meeting you in class soon.
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Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
35 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-6 learners per class