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Once Upon a Time: A Beginner Course in Creative Writing

Students can learn about how to get started writing in this exciting hour long course!
Kayla D. Fleming
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(126)
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What's included

1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

This class is for students who love to write! Writers of all skills between the ages of 11-13 are welcome! We will cover the basics of character development, planning a story, and finding your voice as an author. Students will learn about different perspectives of writing such as first person, third person, and third person omniscient (a narrator that sees and knows everything). 

We will also learn about what makes up a plot including: Exposition (Introduction), Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Denouement (Conclusion). During this, student's will also learn about the Hero's Journey and how to use it to assist in creating characters and plot. 

We will discuss what elements fit into different genres of stories and how to combine those elements to create unique and exciting concepts. 

Students will work on their own short story through class with the goal of having it completed by the end of the class.

Other Details

Supply List
Students will view graphs on plot and the Hero's Journey. These will be provided by the teacher and shared using screen sharing.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
126reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have taken several college level courses in English concepts and writing, including Creative Writing and Screenwriting. I have also won several grade level and above awards for my creative writing, as well as experience as an avid writer and reader. I have a passion for writing and would like to help your students find their passion, as well! 
Concurrently, I have five years of experience as a journalist which have honed basic writing skills used in multiple disciplines. 

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$15

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Meets once
75 min
Completed by 79 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-9 learners per class

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