The Creative Writing Zone: Using Writing Prompts to Spark Creativity
In this ongoing class, students will explore the world of creative writing through both fiction and creative non-fiction topics, learn new ways to express themselves, and practice their writing skills with the use of dynamic prompts.
Madeleine Pelletier
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(199)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
This class is for anyone who loves writing and wants to learn new things, but it's also for anyone who is reluctant to write because they don't know what to say. In other words, this class is for everyone! We will cover a range of topics, writing styles, and types of writing - and all of it will be made simple and accessible through easy writing practice. 1) To start with, each week we will learn about a different type of creative non-fiction or a different fiction genre, as well as reviewing some of the basic elements of creative writing. (See below section for lists of genres, styles, and topics that will be covered.) 2) Then, one or more inspiring writing prompts will be given and learners will have the opportunity to practice what they learned in short writing sessions (about 5 minutes). The writing prompts will take different forms including written words, songs, videos, and pictures. 3) Learners will have the opportunity to share their writing and receive feedback during each class. Creative Non-Fiction topics may include: journal writing, autobiographical writing/memoirs, writing about history, personal essays, travel writing, food writing, interviews, sports writing Fiction genres may include: fantasy, mystery, science fiction, ghost, thriller, suspense, western, adventure, comedy, fairy tale Creative writing elements may include: figurative language (simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, idiom, alliteration), choosing the correct words (vocabulary building), literary devices (personification, foreshadowing, imagery, dialogue), plot, setting, theme, style, point of view The weekly breakdown for classes beginning in February 2023 is: Week of Feb 13-17 Personification Week of Feb 20-24 Sensory Details Week of Feb 27 – Mar 3 Story Writing Week of Mar 6-10 Hyperbole Week of Mar 13-17 Science Fiction Week of March 20-24 Dialogues Week of March 27-31 Similes & Metaphors Week of April 3-7 Protagonists Week of April 10-14 Fractured Fairy Tales Week of April 17-21 Personal Narratives
Learning Goals
The goal of this class is to get everyone writing and having fun by learning about all the different types of writing that are considered creative writing, as well as by exploring the elements that make creative writing good.
Other Details
Supply List
Students need to come prepared to write, so they will need a pencil and eraser, and some paper. If students prefer to write on a computer, that is also acceptable.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
199reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I'm Madeleine. I love to read and write, and I love to teach writing and literature. I have more than fifteen years experience as an English teacher, working in many different countries around the world.
My classes are fun and active, where we create collaborative stories and brainstorm ideas, as well as share individual work with the other students. We write so that we can share and support each other, learning to appreciate different voices and ideas. Students are encouraged to find their own unique voices, and follow their hearts, and this is what makes the classes so much fun.
I currently live in Montreal, Canada, where I write my own stories. My biggest fan and helper is my cat, Miss Mo, who was rescued from the streets of Istanbul. She may make a surprise appearance during some classes!Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 67 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-10
1-8 learners per class
