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The Flash Fiction Challenge -Creative Writing

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Ages 12-18
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Are you ready to get challenged? Writing flash fiction is a great way to improve your writing.
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What's included

1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
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Assignments
1-2 hours per week. The student will be given the challenge to write a flash fiction story according to genre and include a specific location and object.
Assessment
The flash fiction story submitted will be given personalized feedback

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 12
Why Write Flash Fiction?

Flash fiction isn't just a fun exercise; it's a fantastic way to become a better writer. 

Because every word matters, it pushes you to think deeply about word choice, tone, and narrative structure. It's a playground for experimenting with new styles and genres, all while building skills in storytelling, pacing, and emotional impact. 

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced writer, flash fiction will sharpen your ability to tell captivating stories in the shortest format possible.

What You'll Get in This Class

Through a combination of a detailed video and a downloadable booklet, you'll learn the essentials of flash fiction: how to structure your piece, master the art of concise language, and infuse your story with vivid imagery and tension. 

As soon as you sign up, you'll receive a unique writing challenge to put your skills to the test! The challenge will be age appropriate and the student may ask to not write horror, ghost stories or romance. 

 Each challenge will have a specific theme, an object, and a location to incorporate into your story.

For example, Write a ghost story set in a supermarket, including the object: a watermelon.

Submit your story when you're done, and you'll receive personalized feedback to help you improve and refine your writing. The best part? You can take the class as often as you like—each time with a new challenge to keep pushing your creative limits and your writing skills to new heights.

What is Flash Fiction?

Flash fiction is a dynamic and engaging form of storytelling that challenges writers to create vivid, compelling narratives in 1,000 words or less. 

Unlike traditional short stories, flash fiction hones in on a single moment, emotion, or idea—capturing it with razor-sharp precision and impact. Every sentence counts, and each word is carefully chosen to evoke a strong reaction, often leaving the reader surprised, moved, or in deep thought. Your stories will have the power to captivate and inspire your readers.

Learning Goals

Learn about the genre flash fiction
Practice writing a flash fiction story with impact and descriptions

Syllabus

1 Lesson
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
What is flash fiction?
 Learn what flash fiction is and how to write it including how to write short but with impact. 
17 mins of video lessons

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined March, 2016
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Teacher expertise and credentials
My teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in personal experience. Growing up with dysgraphia, I encountered teachers who left me feeling uncomfortable, insecure, and inadequate. Those experiences shaped my commitment to creating an environment where every student feels welcome, confident, and supported. My goal is to build students up, ensuring they leave my classes with both knowledge and self-assurance.

As a teacher, I bring a wide array of subjects to life in my classes, ranging from creative writing and Swedish (my native language) to world religions, the Holocaust, and novel studies with a focus on folklore. Each subject reflects my passions and areas of expertise, offering students a rich and dynamic learning experience.

With a master’s degree in education and a double major in social and political science and world religions, my professional background equips me to guide students through diverse and complex topics. Having taught across various age groups in Sweden and now the USA, I also incorporate the principles of student democracy, encouraging students to take an active role in shaping their own learning journey.


On a personal note, I’ve always had a vivid imagination—perhaps a result of my Nordic upbringing. As a child in Sweden, I was fascinated yet terrified by the stories of fairies that pervade our folklore. Now, as an immigrant in the USA, I weave that sense of wonder into my own creative works, which have earned me awards for poetry and short stories.

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