Writing Time: Wizard Themed Creative Writing Challenges for Creative Expression

In this one-time class, students will be presented with a wizard themed creative writing challenge.  Students will be given a set time to create their written piece.  When the writing time is up, students will present their written work to the class. (Students will be encouraged to present their written work even if unfinished.  Students can complete their written work after class if desired).  Wizard themed writing challenges will include whimsical and “What if…” scenarios to spark imagination and increase student engagement.  (Examples: "If you had to create the Wizard handbook..."  "What if you were a wizard and...").  

The teacher will dress up as a fictional character named, “Wendy the Writing Wizard.” This character will add whimsy and fun to the class experience.  The goal of Wendy the Writing Wizard is to show students that writing can be very exciting and fun.  This class is great for students who are working on developing a positive mindset towards writing.  The classroom environment will be supportive, warm and encouraging, and students will feel comfortable to express themselves.  Students will be highly encouraged to create their own individual and unique piece of writing.  The teacher will write during the class time as well to encourage a positive mindset and to model examples of how to continue and work through the creative writing process.  Students can take this class as many times as they would like, as the wizard themed writing challenge will be different each class.  

The class is interactive, where student questions and discussions are welcomed and encouraged.  The teacher will focus on balancing the learning goals and class pacing while encouraging student participation.    

This class is designed around the Common Core English Language Arts Standards for “Range in Writing.” W(3,4,5)10: Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.