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Story Writing for Young Writers: Create Your Own Short Story

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Ages 9-12
Self-Paced Course
In this 8 week course, students will learn about different elements that go into a story (genre, setting, characters, plot and theme) and will create their own story.
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8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per week
Grading
Feed back will be given on all assignments and letter grades/percent of correct answers will be given on quizzes

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this 8 week class, students will create their own story. Students will learn about different elements that go into a story each week, genre, setting, characters, plot, and theme, before writing their own story. My class is structured so their will be a different topic each week, followed by a discussion or quiz about that topic, followed by a written assignment that will help students start to create their stories, which they will build off of each week, until they write a draft of their story, and than complete their story for their final assignment. I will teach this class through written slides and weekly assignments that include, quizzes, discussion, and writing. I am a easy going, fun, and patient teacher, who wants to make learning enjoyable for each student. Students will not be interacting with me in class, however, students will be able to reach me with any questions or concerns via message, I will respond within a 24-hour period under normal circumstances, and students will have written feedback on their assignments from me as well. Each classes lesson slides should take anywhere from 8-15 minutes to complete depending on each student, however, assignments and quizzes will take longer because they will require more written work and critical thinking skills.

Learning Goals

Critical thinking skills
Creative writing skills

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Short stories
 Introduction to class and short story example 
5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Genres
 In this class we will learn about different genres 
6 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Settings
 In this class we will learn about story settings 
Lesson 4:
Characters
 In this class we will learn about story characters 

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Students must be able to do a lot of writing, follow written direction and assignments, and use critical thinking skills.
Supply List
Paper and pencil. May need printer and scanner, as well as google docs.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined May, 2024
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I have enjoyed writing stories myself for fun and love to share this passion with my :)

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