Pokemon Paragraphs! (English Writing Class)
This is the original, long-standing, and top-rated Pokemon Paragraph Writing Class on Outschool. Over 500+ students mastered the entire writing process as they write four (one per week) Pokemon-inspired paragraphs.
Tammy Wenhame, Certified Educator
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(1,551)
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What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Final paragraphs will be submitted via the Classroom and/or Teacher communication section within our classroom. Teacher review of written work is submitted to learners by Sunday on all written work submitted the prior Friday.Grading
Feedback is supplied on all submitted work.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This is a self-paced writing class for Pokemon fans! Master the entire writing process (brainstorming, drafting, revision, and final writing) and write four (one per week) Pokemon-inspired paragraphs. 📣 Thoughtful and helpful teacher feedback is given! 🌟 With over 5000 learners successfully taught on Outschool, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the virtual classroom. 🎓 The proof is in the numbers—over 1500 5-star reviews from satisfied students and grown-ups! 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙚𝙩: ➡️ 100% Authentic Teacher Feedback and Support! ➡️ 11 Main Learning Sessions - You don't plan! I do! ➡️ Write 4 different paragraphs ➡️ Grade Level learning ➡️ Written or Video feedback on submitted assignments ➡️ Teacher-made videos, writing organizers, digital and print assignments, and games ➡️ Work 40 min per subject each week. ➡️ Work at your pace ➡️ Short, under 15 minute video lessons ➡️ Lots of practice and almost-instant support This class employs the use of Modeled Writing. Modeled writing provides real-world writing explanations for learners by demonstrating how writers actually go about constructing texts. This class is appropriate for CEFR: A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬, 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥: 1. Use a brainstorming graphic organizer 2. Learn to write a bold beginning 3. Use topic-related supporting sentences 4. Write an awesome conclusion 5. Post comments in group brainstorming sessions 6. Receive peer and instructor feedback on submitted writings* 7. Post comments and complete surprise Pokemon-themed activities This class is a great fit for Pokemon-Fan, an emerging and/or reluctant writer and an emerging confident writer. Prior knowledge of paragraph writing is helpful but unnecessary, as we will work on these skills in our sessions. Feedback Outschoolers receive individualized feedback to motivate their learners to enjoy the writing process. I review submitted work 3x a week. This class employs the use of a writing rubric. This non-graded sheet gives your writer a complete understanding of their writing with both visual and written indications. Copy and paste the URL to view the rubric example: https://tinyurl.com/33xcesss -->This class DOES Not provide grammar feedback. <--
Learning Goals
Students will learn to write four paragraph styles using Pokémon-themed prompts to engage their creativity and interest.Students will develop their descriptive writing skills by creating vivid and detailed descriptions of Pokémon characters and settings, ensuring paragraphs are descriptive.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum16 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Writing Prompt #1; Craft a Pokemon
Learn about Bold Beginnings, 6 supporting sentences and an awesome conclusion. The basic paragraph format - Pokemon Style! Lesson 2:
Adjectives - Tell me three!
Let's talk about adjectives today. That is just a fancy word for describing something. 🧐 We do it every day! & Submit draft Lesson 3:
🚨Pokemon Alert🚨
Our ultra-rare Pokemon need a trading card! Lesson 4:
Wrap up your writing
Submit final paragraph Other Details
Supply List
Our writing organizer is supplied each Monday. Your student will also need lined notebook paper, pencils, and/or writing a journal.
3 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined December, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Mount Union
After the success of the live version of this class, my goal is to provide the same high-quality, engaging learning experience in a flex class. I assure you, this class is full of engagement! My educational goal is to enable your student to become engaged in grammar through a common theme - Pokemon. By tapping into your learner's Pokemon enthusiasm, they are active and engaged in their learning process. I have taught over 4,000 Outschool students, and logged more than 800 Outschool teaching hours, in engaging, educational, and inspiring themed English Language courses. I am a certified Tennessee K-6th grade teacher. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English, Communications, and Print Media. You will find more about my Outschool teaching journey on various media outlets, including CBS New York, Business Insider, and the American Board for Teacher Excellence.
I respond promptly to all messages and conversations initiated by learners and their parents. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
weekly or $50 for all content16 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 8-13
