Summer Camp: Mystery Writers
Students learn critical thinking skills, reading skills and writing skills while solving mysteries
Debbie Davey Fukuda, M.Ed.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(77)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Students will receive feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Students will learn to both analyze mysteries and then write their own under the guidance of a writer with a Bachelor's in Creative Writing and a Master's in Education. Students will learn the elements of a mystery, read mysteries to identify the plot, and then write their own mystery story. Class 1: Students will learn vocabulary for mystery stories and about the different types of mysteries. They will also read a mystery and find the different elements within the text. Class 2: Students will review vocabulary, find the elements of a mystery in the text and learn about how one writes a mystery through a YouTube video. Class 3: Students will read a mystery story mentor text and then write a draft of the beginning of the story. Class 4: Students will read a mystery story mentor text and write a draft of the end of the story. Class 5: Students will write a final draft of their story.
Learning Goals
Students will develop critical thinking skills; develop reading comprehension questions; elements of a mystery story and develop writing skills by utilizing a narrative structure.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2023
4.9
77reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi, my name is Debbie (short for Deborah)! I'm offering both academic and creative writing classes. I have a Bachelor's in Writing from Eastern Oregon University, a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Lesley University and certification as a teacher in Massachusetts for both Elementary Grades and English as a Second Language (6-12).
Writing has been a long-time passion of mine. I've been writing stories and poems since I could pick up a pen. I'd love to pass my love of writing on to your kids.
I've also taught writing from ages as young as PreK (4-5 year olds) to college. I'm currently Adjunct faculty at a local college, for English Language Learners. I love developing young writers, helping students organize their writing, teaching English language learners and preparing students for college.
Writing is so important, as it's a way to communicate our thoughts, ideas and our inner worlds.
I also do writing myself. I am an active children's book writer. I'm part of an international organization for children's authors and am actively working towards having a debut children's book in the near future.Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
2-8 learners per class
