Course Description:
Welcome to the Creative Writing Skills! This 12-week online course is designed to inspire and nurture the young writers' imagination, creativity, and writing skills. Through a combination of engaging lessons, fun activities, and supportive feedback, students will explore various forms of creative writing, build confidence in their writing abilities, and develop a love for storytelling.

Week 1: Introduction to Creative Writing
- Understanding the creative writing process
- Setting personal writing goals
- Icebreaker activities to get to know fellow writers

Week 2: The Art of Storytelling
- Elements of a great story
- Plot development and story structure
- Brainstorming story ideas

Week 3: Character Development
- Creating relatable and interesting characters
- Character profiles and backstories
- Character dialogues and interactions

Week 4: Descriptive Writing
- Painting vivid pictures with words
- Sensory details and figurative language
- Show, don't tell: Describing settings and emotions

Week 5: Dialogue and Voice
- Writing authentic dialogue
- Different character voices and perspectives
- Using dialogue to advance the plot

Week 6: Genre Exploration
- Exploring different writing genres (mystery, fantasy, adventure, etc.)
- Choosing a genre for a short story project

Week 7: Short Story Writing
- Crafting a short story from start to finish
- Editing and revising techniques
- Sharing and peer feedback

Week 8: Poetry
- Introduction to poetry
- Rhyme, rhythm, and poetic devices
- Writing and analyzing poems

Week 9: Non-Fiction Writing
- Exploring non-fiction formats (e.g., essays, articles, personal narratives)
- Research and fact-checking skills
- Writing an informative essay

Week 10: Creative Writing Prompts
- Overcoming writer's block with creative prompts
- Group writing exercises
- Free writing and journaling

Week 11: Editing and Revising
- Self-editing techniques
- Proofreading and grammar basics
- Peer editing and feedback

Week 12: Publishing and Sharing
- Preparing a final piece for publication
- Creating a digital or printed portfolio
- Sharing and celebrating each other's work

Throughout the course, students will engage in discussions, participate in group activities, and receive constructive feedback on their writing. By the end of the 12 weeks, they will have developed a strong foundation in creative writing and be well on their way to becoming confident and imaginative young writers.