The Write Skill: Practice Writing Creative Stories Using Art
Discover how art inspires storytelling! In this 4-week course, through collaborative workshops and personalized feedback, learners will turn paintings, music, and more into stories while mastering skills like setting, mood, and action.
New on Outschool
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Immediate verbal feedback will be provided during each session for participation in guided writing practice and workshop participation. Some of the writing will be conducted during each session. However, should learners wish to complete their writing tasks outside of class, they are welcome to do so and submit it to me for brief written feedback.Progress Report
Brief written feedback on your learner's progress toward achieving course objectives will be provided at the end of the course. The progress report will highlight a strength and an area of opportunity with a recommendation for next steps.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
🎨 Ready to Turn Art Into Stories? Paintings, music, dance, and experimental art forms—these aren’t just forms of creative expression; they’re powerful sources of inspiration for storytelling. In this 4-week course, learners will explore how different art forms spark ideas for settings, characters, and themes. From creating vivid worlds inspired by paintings to using music to craft mood and experimenting with unconventional art forms, this course will help young writers unlock their imagination and transform art into compelling stories. ✍️ What We Will Study: Each week focuses on a unique art medium and literary element, guiding learners to incorporate various art-inspired ideas into their storytelling. Please see the syllabus for specific details. 🧠 Why These Skills Are Important: Understanding how art inspires storytelling builds creativity and equips learners with valuable skills: • In academics: Developing settings, moods, and pacing enhances the ability to write essays, narratives, and creative assignments. • In real life: Thinking creatively and experimenting with new approaches fosters innovation and adaptability in problem-solving and communication. By blending art and writing, learners will gain the tools to express themselves more vividly and connect deeply with readers. 📚 How We Will Learn: Through interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and collaborative workshops, learners will develop and refine stories inspired by art. The small group size ensures individualized feedback, engaging discussions, and personalized guidance for each student. 💬 Have Questions? If you have any questions about the course, please feel free to message me.
Learning Goals
Use visual art, music, dance, and experimental mediums as the foundation for crafting imaginative and engaging narratives.Develop settings, mood, action, and themes inspired by different artistic forms, enhancing their storytelling skills with greater depth and creativity.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
A Painting as a Story—Focus on Setting
How do artists create immersive worlds on canvas? Students will bring a painting to life by imagining its setting, characters, and potential stories. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Music as Mood—Focus on Mood
How does music shape emotion? Students will explore how tone and rhythm influence storytelling and create stories that reflect the mood of a chosen piece of music. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Dance as Motion and Meaning—Focus on Action and Pacing
How does movement tell a story? Students will explore how pacing and action bring energy to narratives, drawing inspiration from dance. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Experimental Art Forms—Focus on Creativity and Experimentation
What makes art "experimental"? Students will explore unconventional art forms like graffiti, performance art, or digital installations and apply their concepts to reimagine one of their previous stories. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
No outside sources needed.
Joined November, 2024
New on Outschool
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Harvard University
✨ Meet Your Writing Instructor
I’m an Ivy League-educated, award-winning instructor with over a decade of experience teaching writing, critical thinking, and creative storytelling to both native and non-native English speakers in the K-12 online and traditional space, as well as in 1:1 private tutoring environments. As the author of several ESL books and scripts for animated children’s stories, I bring a unique blend of creativity, expertise, and practical experience to every class.
📚 What I Bring to Our Writing Classes
• ✍️ Tailored Writing Support
Learn to craft clear and compelling pieces, from essays to creative stories. We’ll focus on grammar, sentence structure, and fluency, while also developing your unique voice and style.
• 🎨 Creative Storytelling Techniques
Explore how to build memorable characters, dynamic plots, and immersive worlds. Together, we’ll refine narrative tension and connect character arcs to your story’s progression.
• 📖 Critical Thinking Through Writing
Engage in thought-provoking exercises to analyze themes, strengthen arguments, and connect your ideas to broader real-world contexts, making your writing meaningful and impactful.
🚀 Why Join These Writing Classes?
I create a collaborative and supportive space where writers of all levels feel empowered to express their ideas, share their work, and refine their skills. Whether you're looking to improve academic writing, expand your storytelling abilities, or simply gain confidence as a writer, these classes are designed to help you succeed.
📩 Ready to write, create, and grow? Join me today!
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Live Group Course
$20
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
2-6 learners per class
