Writing Great Story Beginnings and Endings
In this 2-day course, students will learn how to hook their reader at the beginning of their story and several ways to end a story.
Lisa Rohloff
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(356)
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will learn how to write a great story beginnings and endings. They will learn the following: - why it is important to hook their reader in the first page of a story. - how to write a great story beginning that makes the reader want to keep reading. Students will write a story beginning. - that stories can end in many ways (happy, tragic, cliff hanger, etc.). Students will examine different types of story endings, learn to identify them, and practice by writing different types of endings for the same story. Students should be able to read and write at a 4th grade level or higher to succeed in this class.
Learning Goals
- Students will improve their ability to write a great story beginning that hooks the reader. They will also learn about different types of story endings and practice them by writing different endings for the same story.
- Students will gain confidence in their ability to write.
- Students will improve their writing and editing skills as they write story beginnings and endings.
Other Details
Supply List
The only materials needed are a pen or pencil, paper or electronic device to write, and their own creativity!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.8
356reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of Wisconsin-Stout
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
I love working with kids! I have 13 years of teaching experience, and I have taught in both traditional school settings and as a homeschool parent. I am passionate about helping kids at all levels of their reading and writing journey. It's so exciting when I see a student gain confidence as a reader/writer or when I can help a young aspiring writer achieve their dreams.
My writing experience includes writing copy for marketing materials, ghost writing for corporate executives, technical writing, writing newspaper articles, and writing instructions for digital technology applications. Managing a corporate internal newsletter was one of my favorite projects. I created the newsletter design, interviewed and wrote articles about team members, and managed the editing and submission process for all the contributors. As a hobby, I love to write short stories, poetry, and songs. I can't imagine my life without writing.
My education includes a BA in Communications and a Master of Science in Technical and Professional Communication (MSTPC). Because I have completed 2 years of my BA and all of my MS classes online, I am skilled with the various aspects of online learning. I love using what I have learned to help kids become better at reading and writing.Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
5-9 learners per class
