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ELA Reading & Writing With Funny Words: Part 1 All Middle School Genres

Class
Amy Westrick, Certified English Teacher (She/Her)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(57)
This class is designed for advanced writers who are ready to challenge themselves and elevate their writing craft. Vocabulary Expansion, Historical Integration, Genre Exploration, & Idea Selection are key components of this joyful class.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
  • Students will improve their writing by careful selection of ideas. Students will apply historical content to their writing. Students will write in a variety of genres (fable, folktale, short story, narrative). Students will write in a variety of subgenres (suspense, humor, persuasion).
I have taught middle and high school English Language Arts for 18 years. I have taught English literature and composition for advanced students preparing for private high schools with even higher aspirations of attending ivy league schools. Previous experience:
*teaching all grade levels from grades 4 through 12
*tutoring adult college students in these areas as well
*teaching students with minimal English and have taught seventh grade students who read at first grade level. 
I have achieved great success for myself while completing courses in my doctoral program.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: included
Feedback: included
Details: 15 minute weekly challenges will be provided to students at the end of the class meeting.
I teach classes for grades 2-12 for Neurodivergent and Traditional Students. I utilize numerous strategies to teach learners of all backgrounds and abilities. I teach a wide array of students with unique learning needs.
Students will need a composition notebook and erasers from the Dollar Store. The scented erasers at the Dollar Store are the best.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
*Students will need to have their camera on and participate fully. 
*I will keep note of which lesson your student has completed, in case a break is needed due to vacation or absence. 
*This is not a lecture type of class. Students do need to participate fully.
Joined October, 2020
4.9
57reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from Grand Valley State University
***I'm taking a sabbatical from teaching until the Fall of 2024 to recharge and pursue some personal projects. I'm looking forward to returning refreshed and energized.*** 

🦉 The 2024-2025 school year is my 19th year of teaching! 🖥️

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Group Class

$15

weekly
1x per week
55 min

Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-13 learners per class

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