What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners may need to complete some writing outside of class.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Welcome to "Whimsical Tales and Hilarious Adventures," a four-week creative writing class designed to spark the imaginations of elementary students through the magic of funny animal photos. This engaging and interactive class will meet twice a week, allowing young writers to explore the world of storytelling in a fun and lighthearted manner. Week 1: Story Elements of a Narrative Day 1: Students will be introduced to the concept of storytelling and narrative structure using a humorous animal photo as a prompt. They'll brainstorm ideas for characters and settings, setting the foundation for their stories. Day 2: Dive into the basics of storytelling. Discuss elements like characters, setting, and plot using more funny animal photos. Students will start drafting their narratives, with a focus on creating a captivating beginning. Week 2: Character Development Day 1: Explore character development using funny animal photos featuring various personalities. Discuss traits, emotions, and character arcs. Students will refine their characters and work on developing a strong middle for their stories. Day 2: Students will delve deeper into their stories' middle portions, incorporating conflict and humor. Week 3: The Plot Day 1: Discuss plot twists and climaxes using surprising and amusing animal photos. Students will refine and add details to their narratives, focusing on building tension. Day 2: Explore different types of endings in stories and brainstorm creative ways to conclude their tales. Week 4: Revising and Sharing Day 1: Edit and revise stories with a focus on language, descriptive details, and dialogue. Discuss the importance of editing in the writing process. Day 2: Students will "publish" their creative writing piece and share their finished stories with the class. Throughout the class, interactive activities and group discussions will be incorporated to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging. Students will not only learn about narrative structure, but also develop a love for storytelling. This class aims to foster creativity, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment among elementary students.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn the structure of a narrative and the writing process.
Other Details
Supply List
Paper Pencil Coloring Supplies
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
10 teachers have teaching certificates
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Texas Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
9 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Master's Degree from Duke University
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Montevallo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Teachers will have at least 5 years experience teaching writing to elementary students.
Here is a link to a document with all of Wild and Unstructured Learning's teachers. They are listed alphabetically in the document.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zItA4QLkRR6dfhOEMzBjrWW_Zssk9Yz5B90Nstuli0c/edit?usp=sharing
Reviews
Live Group Class
$152
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-10 learners per class