Writing Workshop: Elementary Creative Writing
In this twice-weekly, creative writing workshop, learners will explore writing strategies to generate ideas and share stories using 'word' imagery to bring their writing to life and unleash their imagination!
Stacia Orock, Certified English Teacher
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(168)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners are encouraged to participate in weekly class activities and continue to practice their applied writing strategies by completing their story writing outside class time. Families should anticipate setting aside an additional 1 hour of weekly writing time for Learners to compose their creative writing pieces.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
🎓 This course is perfect for learners who want to improve their creative writing and overall syntax structuring and organization skills to develop greater confidence in their ability to effectively apply their writing strategies. 😁🖱🖌️💻🔌We'll meet weekly for fun and interactive classes where we'll complete activities to help us understand and apply our creative writing strategies. By the end of each class, learners will demonstrate their acquired knowledge for each strategy learned, and by the end of the course, in a final review game. Day 1: Prewriting Learners will generate ideas and organize information for writing by using prewriting strategies such as brainstorming and graphic organizers while making a plan that prioritizes ideas and creative purpose, audience, main idea, and logical sequence. Day 2: Drafting with 'Word' Imagery Learners will categorize ideas, organize them into paragraphs, and blend them within organized paragraph structures. We will incorporate vivid 'word' imagery through figurative language for learners to create an expression of ideas. Day 3: Editing and Revising Learners will elaborate, delete, combine, and rearrange text through revision techniques by adding transitional words and connecting the conclusion to the beginning. Day 4: Publishing and Final Review Game Learners will review selected published pieces to analyze the writer’s intended audiences and appropriate formatting. We will incorporate correct use of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other features of polished writing, such as clarity, varied sentence structure, and word choice. The information will be delivered through instructional talks, open-ended questions, class activities, creative writing exercises, and a final review game. .................................................................. 👥1:1 Private Tutoring class link: Coming soon! .................................................................. 🏷Take $14 off the day of camp! At checkout, 💻 enter coupon code OROCKSUMMERLIFE14 .................................................................. Ask a Question 📧 To inquire about further scheduling options.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to use language techniques such as point of view and mood to improve their use of descriptive language and word choices while considering the audience and purpose of organization, coherence, and logical support of ideas.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Prewriting
Learners will generate ideas and organize information for writing by using prewriting strategies such as brainstorming and graphic organizers while making a plan that prioritizes ideas and creative purpose, audience, main idea, and logical sequence.
Learners will categorize ideas, organize them into paragraphs, and blend them within organized paragraph structures. We will incorporate vivid 'word' imagery through figurative language for learn 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Drafting with 'Word' Imagery
Learners will categorize ideas, organize them into paragraphs, and blend them within organized paragraph structures. We will incorporate vivid 'word' imagery through figurative language for learners to create an expression of ideas. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Editing and Revising
Learners will elaborate, delete, combine, and rearrange text through revision techniques by adding transitional words and connecting the conclusion to the beginning. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Publishing and Final Review Game
Learners will review selected published pieces to analyze the writer’s intended audiences and appropriate formatting. We will incorporate correct use of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other features of polished writing, such as clarity, varied sentence structure, and word choice. 40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners will view weekly lessons and activities through a screen-shared presentation.
Supply List
A one-page handout will be available via the class discussion board upon enrollment.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined April, 2020
4.9
168reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Nevada Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Central Florida
I am a certified Nevada state teacher for grades 6-12, specializing in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction for students located abroad. Additionally, I hold certifications in TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language), TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), and TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language).
As a qualified and experienced tutor, I offer personalized group and one-on-one instruction in various subjects. My expertise includes:
Audition preparation
College application assistance and essay writing support
Reading and English instruction for elementary, middle, and high school students
Resume writing guidance
Study, test preparation, and organization skills development
I provide effective and comprehensive support in these subject areas. Whether your learner requires assistance with academic subjects, college applications, or improving your English language skills, I am here to help your learner succeed.
I create a learning environment that is both fun-loving and effective. I include a lot of interaction and visual elements within my teaching to engage learners.Reviews
Live Group Course
$30
weekly or $60 for 4 classes2x per week, 2 weeks
40 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-6 learners per class
