There are so many fun reasons to write!  In this ongoing class, every week we explore one way of writing together.  We might write a story about a superhero, a letter from a pirate stranded on an island, make up a silly poem or perhaps share interesting facts about a favorite animal.  

We start with a mini-lesson using a fun writing example and brainstorm additional ideas as a group. Then learners write independently on the topic of their choice and I provide support as needed. We finish with an opportunity to share. The goal of this class is to get learners excited about putting their creative ideas down on paper! Learners may not complete their writing projects in class, but I will work hard to make sure everyone is off to a great start before class ends. Both enthusiastic and reluctant writers are welcome!  

This is an ongoing class, so each week is a stand-alone lesson. Learners are welcome to join for one week or continue as long as you like. New learners are welcome to join at any time!  

Every class includes:
Mini-lesson with a fun writing example (see the topic list below)
Group brainstorming
Time to write independently
Support for learners who get stuck
Opportunities to share

Weekly Topics:
Week of January 9th: Creating characters
Week of January 16th: A story plan (who, what, where)
Week of January 23rd: Letter writing basics: letters to/from favorite story characters
Week of January 30th: Short stories: using a picture prompt
Week of February 6th: Meet the author
Week of February 13th: Poetry - using a comparison to paint a picture with words
** No class week of February 20th **
Week of February 27th: Short stories - a character and a problem...
Week of March 6th: Short stories: bringing a story to life with sounds (onomatopoeia)
Week of March 13th: Writing a simple "how to"
Week of March 20th: Story beginnings - many ways to start a story
Week of March 27th: Short stories: expanding word choice
Week of April 3rd: This week in the news... - writing about our own lives
** No class week of April 10th ** 
Week of April 17th: Poetry: observation poems
Week of April 24th: Silly recipes
Week of May 1st: Short stories: using a picture prompt
Week of May 8th: Short Stories: what's the problem? - creating the plot for a short story
Week of May 15th: Letter writing basics: "Fred's camping trip"

PLEASE NOTE: This class will be taking a summer break, but I have other creative writing classes that are available June, July & August.  Feel free to send me a note, to figure out which one would be the best fit for your learner.

If your learner prefers to draw and is just starting to add a little writing to their drawings, you might want to start with my comic strip stories class:
https://outschool.com/classes/comic-strip-stories-weekly-workshop-3dlkfdjc?usid=3CuwGyJY&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Looking for a quick class to get started on short stories?  Check out Story Sparks for Weekly Creative Writing:
https://outschool.com/classes/story-sparks-for-weekly-creative-writing-v9QSLtfo?sectionUid=12bc1bd4-8933-4f26-abe5-a3029d3cc4fe&usid=3CuwGyJY&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Please contact me with any questions.  I hope to see your young writer in class soon!