So You Want to Write... a Fairytale.
Once Upon A Time learners looked at what makes a fairytale different from an ordinary story and learned how to write their own, using traditional elements - but putting their own twist on the story. And they all wrote happily ever after.
Tracy Lambert
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(235)
Star Educator
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Informal assessment during class.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
In this class, learners will talk about what characteristics define a fairytale and how to incorporate traditional elements into their tale, but with a bit of a modern twist. Maybe the princess will rescue a prince stuck in a tower, or the dragon take over the kingdom and be the best ruler they ever had? Perhaps the Three Bears open a hotel or the Ice Queen sorts out the melting polar caps? Learners will explore how to plan out a story and use character development and descriptive writing effectively. Whether using known fairytale characters or making up their own, learners will produce a story that the Brothers Grimm would certainly have wanted in their collection!
Learning Goals
Learners will look at:
Planning techniques in creating a story
Descriptive techniques
How to incorporate the main elements of a traditional fairytale into their story and blend them with new ideas.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There are no parental guidance issues for this class.
Supply List
Notebook/ paper and pen/ pencil or device to take notes and write the story on.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
235reviews
Star Educator
Teacher expertise and credentials
Writing is my passion and as well as majoring in English at university, I've almost 20 years’ experience in teaching English in primary schools (4-11-year-olds). Over those years I have worked regularly with groups of children specifically on English writing skills. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$13
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 29 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-6 learners per class
