Objective:
This class offers students the experience to read a short story and analyze it closely. Students will explore vocabulary, story elements, text structure, and creative writing. Students will use these strategies to help create their own writing piece by the end of class. Students will be able to write their own creative, short story and apply vocabulary and story elements within their writing. 

Class Structure:
I will begin class by introducing the story for our lesson along with specific vocabulary. We will explore the meaning of important concepts within the story and make connections to develop understanding. This will lead the class to reading and analyzing the story closely. Students will become familiar with the text structure and identify the story elements which will led them into developing their very own story. Students will have the opportunity to develop a creative writing piece. Students will be exposed to a rich vocabulary as well as critical and creative thinking skills.

Teaching style:
This class will consist of meaningful discussions, engaging activities such as reading short stories, interactive lessons, and a writing activity. 

I am enthusiastic and full of positive energy. I enjoy having fun learning with my students and like to keep an upbeat, welcoming environment. 

Students will have access to the story we will read prior to class. Students are encouraged to read the story provided prior to class. A graphic organizer and a story frame will also be provided for each student to print out. 

Basic reading fluency skills are necessary for this course. This course will build on foundational skills learned in previous grades.

Course outline: 
We will read a short story in class and analyze it. Students will discuss and identify important text structure and story elements such as characters, setting, plot, conflict, and resolution. Students will have the option to fill out a graphic organizer that will be provided to print out prior to class. Students will then transition to creating their own story based on a picture that is shown. Students will apply prior knowledge as well as what we have learned about story structure and story elements to create their very own short story within a certain amount of time. A story frame is provided if your learner needs a scaffold or an idea of how to get started. Students will have the opportunity to share stories by the end of class.