Riding...I Mean, Writing Our Way Through Disney "the Magic of Outlines"
In this 3 week class, students will be introduced to note taking, outlining and writing using their own words ...all based around rides in Disney's Magic Kingdom. If you have to write, why not write about Space Mountain?
Charity Cortez
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What's included
3 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Writing Assignments to share with the classClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
Using IEW's Writing Structure and Style, this class will cover Units 1-2, all Disney Parks themed! We will be using source texts on Peter Pan's Flight, The Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean and Space Mountain. Students will learn the important words to remember when taking notes, how to take notes properly and how to place those notes in an outline. Every outline must be tested verbally. Then outlines will be rewritten using their own words. I expect cameras to be on and all actively engaged and participating.
Learning Goals
Students will understand how to read a source text, pick out key words, construct an outline using key words and rewrite from an outline. Students will practice using -ly adverbs and who/which clauses to dress-up their writing.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum3 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Peter Pan's Flight Taking Notes and KWO
We will read a description of Peter Pan's Flight and choose 1-3 key words per sentence that best express what it's conveying. We will also learn how numbers, abbreviations and symbols are freebies. Together will construct a KWO (Key Word Outline) 60 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Peter Pan's Flight Testing KWO and Dress-ups
We will test our KWO from Peter Pan by retelling the original paragraph to the class, using our own words. If it works, it has passed the test and we will be ready to write our own paragraph. But first, we will need so get some pixie dust for our dress-ups to make our writing even more magical. Students will be introduced to -ly adverbs and the who/which clause. 60 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Lets Pick a Ride
Choosing between The Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean or Space Mountain, students will take notes, write and test a KWO and finally rewrite the paragraph in their own words using their "Pixie dust" of -ly adverbs and who/which clauses. If comfortable, students can share their writing outloud. 60 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Other Details
Learning Needs
Will 100% work with parents on accommodations for all learners. I believe any student can excel in this class although the process may be different for each student's unique learning challenges.
Pre-Requisites
Of course, having gone to a Disney Park would be helpful, it is not necessary. All sources and material are provided by me.
Supply List
Printed handouts before class and something to write with. Oh, and a snack if you so wish- bonus if you have some Dole Whip!
Joined September, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a Disney Adult and a certified IEW instructor. Reviews
Live Group Course
$35
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
60 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-10 learners per class
