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Writing Exploration--Joyful Journaling: Telling Our Own Stories

Completed by 33 learners
Ages 12-16
Live One-Time Class
Join us to explore memories and experiences through journaling prompts.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(110 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
2-6 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
In this course, students will write in journal-style from prompts designed to tap into notable life experiences. These are designed to be "seed" writings upon which students can expand on their own, perhaps creating a longer memoir if they desire. 

Some sample prompts: (One prompt per class meeting) 

-Tell about a time you couldn't contain your anger
-Tell about a time you did something you didn't think you could do
-Tell about something funny or surprising you did as a younger child 
-Tell about something or someone you miss
-Tell about an embarrassing classroom experience

(I will read my own examples of responses to the prompts before we start writing!) 

We will start class by chatting and getting comfortable with each other. Next, I will give the prompt from which we will write and read aloud my own response to the prompt as an example. Finally, we will write for about 20 minutes. 

When we are finished writing, students will be invited to share their stories if they would like. Sharing is encouraged but not required. I have designed this class to be a light, playful approach to exploring memories in writing and to benefit avid and reluctant writers alike. 

The course is also designed to be a drop-in class, so students can join as many times as they like. I will use different prompts each time, although I will cycle about twenty in all.

Learning Goals

Gaining confidence with written expression
Exploring personal past experiences
Sharing stories with others
"Planting seeds" for further memoir writing

Other Details

Supply List
The only supplies needed are writing materials. Learners may opt to get a 'special' notebook just for journaling.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined July, 2020
5.0
110reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Michigan Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Hello!
   My name is Lisa Bagchi, and I run many different classes on Outschool. Favorites include reading classes that center around discussion of theme, character, diction, and whatever else we can find, as well as creative writing groups in which we explore ideas through the written word, share work, and offer encouraging feedback. 
   I am a certified English/language arts teacher and have been a middle and high school teacher for over a decade. In addition to core English, I've created and taught many elective courses, including Poetry Out Loud, Flash Fiction and Fairy Tale Studies. I am also a private reading and writing tutor.
   I believe that learning and play are deeply interwoven. I aim to create a feeling of community and joy in my classes, and to foster a supportive dynamic among learners. I love watching students light up, laugh, work through challenges, and become more confident learners. 
   I am also mom to a wonderful nineteen year old and a huge animal and nature lover. My favorite activities include pizza and a movie or playing cards with my son, my daily walk with my dogs, Moka and Floki, and sitting by the lake near my house with a good book. I also have three cats, one of whom likes to follow Moka and me on our walks if she catches us leaving! Moka may just show up in my Outschool classes from time to time...and a kitty or two may sneak in as well. 
   Hope to see you there!

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