Writer's Workshop Camp
Join me as we learn about writing topics such the 5 W's, using proper capitalization/punctuation, labeling nouns, and the writing process. We will apply our skills to create unique pieces of writing during each class meeting. Let's write! #academic
Tricia Rivera
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(89)
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What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
Welcome to Writer's Workshop Camp! This class was designed to provide a framework for writing instruction that develops early writing skills and fluency while allowing learners to be creative and write about a topic of their own choosing. The flexibility of writing topic opens the door for learners to get excited about their writing and focus on topics that they enjoy. (Please note: this class has been developed specifically for beginning writers. Learners do not have to be fluent writers to successfully participate. Drawing pictures and using simple labels counts as writing for beginners.) Each class meeting will follow the same format (direct writing instruction, drafting, sharing) but will focus on a different beginning writing skill. ****During direct writing instruction learners will participate in a mini-lesson focusing on a specific writing skill to build their writing fluency. The schedule of mini-lesson topics can be found below. The direct writing instruction portion of class will also include a discussion of the writing process before we begin drafting our writing for the day. ****During the drafting portion of the lesson learners will take time to begin writing their story. Learners will be guided through the writing process one step at a time to draft their very own story complete with a picture and writing. While working, learners will be able to share ideas and discuss their writing. Help will be provided to any learners having a hard time deciding what to write on their own. ****During the sharing portion of the lesson learners will all be given an opportunity to share their writing with the group. Sharing is encouraged but not required. Mini-Lesson topics: December 5th: The 5 W's (who, what, when, where, why) December 6th: Labeling pictures and adding details (describing a noun) December 7th: Leaving spaces (spaces between letters in words vs. spaces between words in sentences) and Punctuation (period, question mark, exclamation point) December 8th: What gets a capital letter? January 16th: The 5 W's (who, what, when, where, why) January 17th: Labeling pictures and adding details (describing a noun) January 18th: Leaving spaces (spaces between letters in words vs. spaces between words in sentences) and Punctuation (period, question mark, exclamation point) January 19th: What gets a capital letter? February 6th: The 5 W's (who, what, when, where, why) February 7th: Labeling pictures and adding details (describing a noun) February 8th: Leaving spaces (spaces between letters in words vs. spaces between words in sentences) and Punctuation (period, question mark, exclamation point) February 9th: What gets a capital letter?
Learning Goals
Learners will build their writing fluency and improve their basic writing skills.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners will need paper, pencil, and markers/crayons/colored pencils to use during class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Florida Atlantic University
I have an Associates of Arts degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Social Studies Education. I am certified to teach Social Studies in grades 6-12. Additionally, I have my TESOL certification.
I have been a 12th grade teacher, a 10th grade teacher, and most recently a Lead Teacher in a pre-school where I exclusively worked with 3, 4, and 5 year olds. I taught at the pre-school for three years with a focus on fostering the development of early literacy and math skills. I've been a teacher on Outschool since the Summer of 2020. During that time I've continuously taught my Sight Word Swing Level 1 and 2 classes, my Writer's Workshop class, and done private tutoring.Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
40 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
1-4 learners per class
