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Writing With Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales (IEW) Sem. 1 (Ages 10-12)

Completed by 15 learners
Ages 9-12
Live Group Course
In this semester class, an IEW Registered Instructor will instruct learners in writing key word outlines, paraphrasing articles, retelling stories, and crafting informative paragraphs using the IEW book, "Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales."
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 15 weeks
4-10 learners per class
50 min

What's included

15 live meetings
12 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
1-2 hours per week. Homework will include key word outlines, writing assignments, style worksheets, and brief reading assignments. Reading assignments can be read independently or be read to them. Writing assignments may be hand-written or typed. All writing assignments should be double-spaced to allow better readability and room for editing.
Grading
I will offer written feedback and editing of submitted assignments. I will use the checklist given in the book to guide my feedback. I do not offer letter or number grades. In order for the assignments to be evaluated, they must be either typed or very neatly handwritten. The files should be uploaded in a direct Outschool message to me rather than posted on the main classroom page. Photos of handwritten work may be submitted provided the photos are oriented in the correct direction, taken from directly above, and fill the frame of the picture. If I cannot read it, I will ask for a different file to be uploaded. All submitted assignments must be double-spaced.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Note about refunds: I understand that schedules can change before a new school year. I will issue a full refund before July 15th. 

**Sample my IEW writing classes with my one-time class: Paragraph Writing (scroll down for link).**

This 15-week writing class will cover how to write a key word outline, oral reports from key word outlines, basic paragraph structure, stylistic techniques, basic story writing form, and simple report paragraphs. Using IEW’s Fables, Myths, and Fairy tales theme-based writing book (purchase of book required for class), learners will encounter sources and stories to base their writing upon. This class will cover IEW writing units 1-4, including key word outlines, the story sequence chart, and informative paragraphs. 
The second semester class will complete the book with units 5-8.  Through group writing during class, grammar exercises, homework, and feedback on assignments, learners will be guided through the steps to plan, write, and edit their assignments.  I offer feedback on all class assignments that are sent to me.

Class time structure:
Introductions: An ice breaker type question offers an opportunity to play with words and style as well as to become acquainted with fellow learners.  Questions concerning the literature selections may also be included.
Grammar: Grammar lessons, editing, and new style techniques are included in our grammar time, which is presented through individual or group exercises.
Writing lesson: The lesson is presented and group writing practices the structure.
Vocabulary or Review: Vocabulary exercises and grammar review uses presentation slides and zoom reactions.

Topics:
Unit One instructs learners in writing a key word outline and presenting an oral report from the outline. 

Unit Two will introduce paragraph writing based on the outlines and the stylistic techniques: “ly” adverbs and who/which clauses (relative clauses). Learners will have an opportunity to write as a group and write individually.

Unit three will apply the techniques learned in the first weeks of the course to writing in basic story format and include learning to add clauses and strong verbs to our writing. 

Unit Four will add quality adjectives and adverb clauses to the style techniques previously learned to craft informative paragraphs.  Topic and clincher sentences will be discussed and practiced in class and through the writing assignments. 

Learners will be involved in class exercises and group writing as well as individual writing and presenting.  Learners will learn basic editing in order to better edit their own assignments. Assignments submitted to me via Outschool messaging receives written feedback.

Please note that this class time will change based on Daylight Savings Time for the Central time zone.

One-time Paragraph Writing Class: https://outschool.com/classes/paragraph-writing-introduction-to-iew-and-five-senses-paragraphs-Obmz2pfD

Learning Goals

Learners will have the opportunity to create key word outlines, paragraphs, and stories through class exercises and homework.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum
4 Units
15 Lessons
over 15 Weeks
Unit 1: IEW Unit One
Lesson 1:
FMF Lesson 1
50 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: IEW Unit Two
Lesson 2:
FMF Lesson 2
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
FMF Lessons 3 & 4
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
FMF Lesson 5
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
1. Learners will need a copy of the student book for "Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales" by IEW. https://iew.com/shop/products/fables-myths-and-fairy-tales-writing-lessons-student-book-only-0
2. Learners will also need a copy of the Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Read Aloud PDF document: FMF Third Edition Read Aloud.  This is available to download from the IEW website with purchase of the student book. Please read the blue page in the beginning of the FMF book for instructions about downloading this resource. 
3. The class will reference the FMF Writing Tools document available as a free download. This is available to download from the IEW website with purchase of the student book. Please read the blue page in the beginning of the FMF book for instructions about downloading this resource.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales by IEW and the additional materials referenced on the blue page of the book. Additional information may be drawn from Teaching Writing Structure and Style by IEW. Grammar references may be used in offering feedback and answering learner questions.

Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Missouri State University (formerly Southwest Missouri State University)
I am a Registered Instructor with the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW).

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