Writing Class for Reluctant Writers: Building Academic Confidence!
In this three-week course that meets live twice a week, I will help reluctant writers better understand how to write an organized, grammatically correct, and creative multi-paragraph narrative while increasing academic confidence.
Melanie Howell
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(31)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. By the end of this three week course, students will produce a narrative that is between 300-600 words and formatted in the MLA style.Assessment
Students will receive an evaluation form once the final copy of the narrative is submitted. I typically provide this form within 48 hours of class completion.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Intermediate Level
Writing a narrative is part of every middle school writing curriculum. This three-week live course helps students who, for whatever reason, struggle to commit their creative ideas to paper in an organized manner. I take the abstract nature of creative writing and make it more concrete for the students who need a bit more structure to thrive. Once the writing foundation is firm, we can begin adding creative elements to our writing. As your teacher, I can answer questions and offer feedback via the Outschool classroom. I will send you a final evaluation form once the final copy of the narrative is submitted. I typically respond within two business days. #writinginstruction #writingtutor #middleschoolwritingtutor #narrativeessay #narrativewriting #selfpacedwriting #homeschoolwriting #homeschoolwritingclass #reluctantwriter #5thgradewriting #6thgradewriting #7thgradewriting #8thgradewriting #9thgradewriting
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to plan, organize and write a narrative.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Elements of a Narrative How to Choose a Narrative Topic
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Planning Your Narrative Writing a Great Introduction
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
How to Enhance Sentences Part 1 Time to Write During Class
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
How to Enhance Sentences Part 2 Time to Write During Class
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
I have experience working with students of all ability levels. If your student needs any special learning accommodations, please feel free to reach out to me.
Supply List
Students only need access to computer and the ability to send a typed copy of their writing to the teacher through the Outschool classroom.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2022
4.9
31reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Melanie, and while I have public school and homeschool experience, I have been a private school teacher for twenty-five years. I am the author of a published picture book called Will's Ride. It is a lovely picture book about a boy and his adaptive bike, which I wrote for my son with cerebral palsy.
The combination of an experienced private school teacher and the mom of a special needs child makes me a unique teacher. I can recognize when students need a challenge and when they need consistent repetition for new knowledge to move into long-term memory. I enjoy hosting a Facebook page for teachers called Teaching Matters and a Youtube channel called The Teacher's Playbook.
Creating a dynamic learning environment where students feel safe and supported is the first essential element of my teaching style. I meet each student at their level, providing academic support, redirection when needed, and genuine praise. I will maximize your learner's potential.Reviews
Live Group Course
$37
weekly or $110 for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-3 learners per class
