Write With Confidence: Unleash Your Inner Writer
This 6-week writing course consists of 12 lessons aimed at enhancing 4th–6th grade writing skills. Embark on an exciting journey that helps writers express their thoughts clearly and creatively.
Robin Jarred, M.ED
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(121)
What's included
12 live meetings
9 in-class hoursProjects
1 hour per week. A slide will be created for each unit to be compiled for our final presentation.Grading
Each unit will conclude with a completed slide from each learner. Assessment and guidance will be provided throughout this process.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
This 6-week, 12-lesson writing course is designed to inspire writers in grades 4 to 6. The course focuses on enhancing the step-by-step writing process, helping learners build their skills, techniques, and confidence in writing. Each unit will feature engaging guided lessons culminating in a collaborative slideshow presentation. Students will learn to create compelling narratives, informative reports, and persuasive arguments while developing essential language skills and creative presentation techniques. For consistency and reinforcement of the concepts learned, each unit will follow the same 3-lesson format (detailed in the syllabus). In the final class, we will present the writings included in our slideshow presentation, showcasing the final slide from each unit. Our writings will comprise an expository piece, a persuasive argument, and a narrative. Each learner will receive a copy of our final project, which will not include any personal information or pictures.
Learning Goals
Informative Writing:
Research and gather information from multiple sources.
Organize information into clear paragraphs with a main idea.
Use appropriate transitions to connect ideas.
Write clear topic sentences and supporting details.Narrative Writing:
Write engaging stories with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Develop characters with distinct traits and motivations.
Use descriptive language to create vivid imagery.
Incorporate dialogue effectively.
Sequence events logically.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Units
12 Lessons
over 6 WeeksUnit 1: Expository Writing
Lesson 1:
Pre-Write/Write
Classwork: Plan writing-Brainstorm, outline, word choice, rough draft
Homework: Put the plan all together- Complete draft 1 (Submit to Teacher Robin) 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Edit/Revise
Classwork: Edit- Sentence structure, spelling, word choice, and grammar are practiced in depth (diagramming practice).
Homework: Revise- Final Copy (Submit to Teacher Robin) 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Slide Creation for Presentation
Classwork: Add writing and design our slides
Homework: Complete any final touches to your slides (Submit to Teacher Robin) 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Narrative Writing
Lesson 4:
Pre-Write/Write
Classwork: Plan writing-Brainstorm, outline, word choice, rough draft
Homework: Put the plan all together- Complete draft 1 (Submit to Teacher Robin) 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners may need help with the following tasks. I will be guiding them through most of this, but they may need help remembering outside of class.
1. Access Google Drive (docs)
2. Download from Canva
3. Send an attachment (to me through our Outschool classroom)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Please note that Canva will be used to create our slides for our final presentation. Parental consent is required for the use of this resource. As an alternative, I will have basic templates available that will not require the use of Canva.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
121reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Elementary Education from University of South Florida
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from College of Charleston
Hello! My name is Robin. I have a Master's degree in Elementary Education (Math/Science Emphasis) and hold a K-6 Teaching Certificate in the state of Florida. After over 20 years in the classroom, and with a renewed joy of teaching, I have been teaching online for the last 8 years! Throughout the years, I have taught learners from 2nd - 11th grade, but 3rd-6th grades are where my heart is. My goal is to build confidence, making learning more enjoyable and less frustrating for all!Reviews
Live Group Course
$30
weekly or $175 for 12 classes2x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-8 learners per class
