Young Writers' Course: Write Strong Sentences & Master the Parts of Speech
In 12 weeks, your child will learn how to craft stronger, more vivid sentences by mastering sentence patterns and the 8 parts of speech. With these skills, your child's writing will become clearer, more creative, and more engaging.
Gina Conroy
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(358)
Rising Star
What's included
12 live meetings
6 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. • Homework will be assigned after every class and must be printed, completed, and uploaded to the teacher messaging section (not the class page) before the next session. Please scan and upload the document as a single file for review. • Some videos may be required outside of class to reinforce lessons. • Late homework may not be assessed, so timely submission is crucial. • Parents are responsible for monitoring their child's homework, providing assistance when needed, and ensuring it is completed and submitted on time.Assessment
• Assessments will be based on class participation and sentence writing. Parents will be notified if additional support is needed in specific areas, but it is the parent's responsibility to work with the child outside of class. • Parents are encouraged to follow up with any questions or concerns. • An informal assessment will be provided as needed when homework is submitted and evaluated. • A more formal assessment is available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Beginner Level
Most children are familiar with basic sentence structure, including nouns, verbs, and adjectives. Some even grasp adverbs and prepositions. However, to write strong, detailed, and engaging sentences, young writers need to master different sentence patterns and understand how all 8 parts of speech work together to create vivid, powerful writing. TEACHING STYLE: In this live, interactive semester class, learners will dive into an engaging and colorful PowerPoint presentation and interactive discussions to master writing strong sentence patterns. Using the fun "Strong Family" theme, students will explore how the "powers" of all 8 parts of speech create vivid and powerful sentences. Each lesson builds on the previous content but also stands alone, allowing for flexibility for late enrollment. Lessons include a review of prior material, in-depth instruction on a specific part of speech, and exploration of unique sentence patterns. The class starts with instruction on a particular part of speech. Students actively participate by answering questions, contributing to discussions, and crafting their own strong sentences during class. With sentence pattern planners, fun picture prompts, and provided materials, this course offers a dynamic and effective way to improve writing skills while keeping kids engaged and excited about learning. COURSE DESCRIPTION: • Students will master the 8 parts of speech and explore sentence patterns to create strong, engaging, and powerful sentences. • Using a fun, interactive slideshow with superhero-themed visuals, learners will discover the "powers" of each part of speech and practice crafting detailed, descriptive writing. • Through active class participation, students will strengthen their understanding of sentence structure while learning to write sentences that are clear, dynamic, and creative. • By the end of the course, learners will confidently write descriptive sentences that bring their ideas to life and paint vivid pictures for readers. • After completing this course, students will be fully prepared to take the next step in their writing adventure and continue building strong, creative, and descriptive writing skills. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: • Learners should be able to write with a pencil and have basic writing skills. • A good understanding of spoken English is required for effective participation. • Perfect spelling and punctuation are not required; focus is on developing strong sentence structure and creativity. • Learners may need occasional homework support from parents to reinforce key concepts.
Learning Goals
• Review and master the 8 parts of speech: Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Pronouns, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, and Interjections.• Explore sentence structures with the 8 parts of speech, including direct and indirect objects, and objects of prepositions. Students will gain a solid understanding of their usage, though mastery of these concepts is not required.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Meet the Strong Family
Learners are introduced to the 8 parts of speech with emphasis on NOUNS, VERBS, what makes a sentence, and basic sentence structure. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Power of the Adjective
Learners are introduced to Simon Subject's second power. The power of the ADJECTIVE. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
What makes a STRONG sentence?
Learners are introduced to subject, predicate, and run-on sentences. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Super Power of Nouns
Learners are introduced to common, proper, singular, and plural nouns. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This fun, teacher-creative curriculum engages all learners (ADHD, Dyslexia, ASD.) The hands-on, interactive approach to creating strong sentences makes it a great fit for learners who benefit from a dynamic, engaging learning environment.
Pre-Requisites
No prequisites
Supply List
*A PDF will be uploaded to the classroom each day before class for learners to print out and use as a guide. *Learners should have a pencil, lined paper, and a folder or 3-ring binder to keep their materials organized.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2018
4.8
358reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Oral Roberts University
My passion for writing began at the age of 8 and has only grown since then.
I'm a published author, writing teacher, and tutor with over 25 years of experience helping both gifted and struggling writers. Over the years, I identified a gap in writing education, where many students lacked fundamental skills in parts of speech, sentence structure, and paragraph writing. In response, I developed a fun and engaging program designed to teach students how to write powerful and sometimes silly sentences. This approach has proven effective for students who both love and struggle with writing. Now, I'm thrilled to bring this proven program online to reach a broader audience and help even more young writers thrive.
What parents are saying:
Gina is a phenomenal writing teacher! We have loved working with her. We have a range of ages and she is great at adapting to their ages and learning styles. She's very patient and good at helping them focus. My kids have learned so much and been stretched and challenged in the area of writing. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to advance in any area of writing! - Bethany mother of K, 1, 3, 4 tutored students.Reviews
Live Group Course
$25
weekly1x per week, 12 weeks
30 min
Completed by 15 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
4-10 learners per class
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