Literary Creativity Bootcamp

          Module 1: Creative Writing Foundations

Section 1: Introduction to Creative Writing  
- Lesson 1: What is Creative Writing?  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Creative Writing?  
- Lesson 2: Benefits of Creative Expression  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Benefits of Creative Expression  

Section 2: Understanding Our Words  
- Lesson 1: The Power of Vocabulary  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Power of Vocabulary  
- Lesson 2: Tone, Mood, and Voice  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Tone, Mood, and Voice  

Section 3: Writing Basics  
- Lesson 1: Sentence Structure and Clarity  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sentence Structure and Clarity  
- Lesson 2: Paragraph Development  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Paragraph Development  

Section 4: Exploring Different Forms  
- Lesson 1: Poetry and Prose Fundamentals  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Poetry and Prose Fundamentals  
- Lesson 2: Short Story Essentials  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Short Story Essentials  

Section 5: Daily Writing Habits  
- Lesson 1: Establishing a Writing Routine  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Establishing a Writing Routine  
- Lesson 2: Overcoming Writer’s Block  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Overcoming Writer’s Block  


Module 2: Exploring Imagery and Emotion

Section 1: Understanding Imagery  
- Lesson 1: What is Imagery in Writing?  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Imagery in Writing?  
- Lesson 2: Sensory Details and Descriptions  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sensory Details and Descriptions  

Section 2: Setting the Scene  
- Lesson 1: Creating Vivid Settings  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating Vivid Settings  
- Lesson 2: Evoking Emotions through Place  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Evoking Emotions through Place  

Section 3: Figurative Language  
- Lesson 1: Similes and Metaphors  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Similes and Metaphors  
- Lesson 2: Personification and Symbolism  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Personification and Symbolism  

Section 4: Imagery in Dialogue  
- Lesson 1: Using Dialogue to Paint Pictures  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Using Dialogue to Paint Pictures  
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions through Characters’ Words  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions through Characters’ Words  

Section 5: Hands-On Imagery Exercises  
- Lesson 1: Image-Based Writing Prompts  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Image-Based Writing Prompts  
- Lesson 2: Group Brainstorm: Creating Vivid Scenes  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Brainstorm: Creating Vivid Scenes  


Module 3: Character Creation and Dialogue

Section 1: Building Your Character  
- Lesson 1: Character Sketches  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Character Sketches  
- Lesson 2: Traits, Flaws, and Strengths  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Traits, Flaws, and Strengths  

Section 2: Dialogue Dynamics  
- Lesson 1: Writing Realistic Dialogue  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Writing Realistic Dialogue  
- Lesson 2: Dialogue Tags and Action Beats  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Dialogue Tags and Action Beats  

Section 3: Character Motivation  
- Lesson 1: Creating Background Stories  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Background Stories  
- Lesson 2: Goals and Conflicts  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Goals and Conflicts  

Section 4: Character Relationships  
- Lesson 1: Dynamics Between Characters  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Dynamics Between Characters  
- Lesson 2: Influence of Relationships on Plot  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Influence of Relationships on Plot  

Section 5: Interactive Character Workshops  
- Lesson 1: Group Character Inventories  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Group Character Inventories  
- Lesson 2: Collaborative Dialogue Exercises  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Collaborative Dialogue Exercises  


Module 4: Plot Structure and Storytelling

Section 1: Basics of Plot  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Plot Elements  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Plot Elements  
- Lesson 2: Understanding Exposition, Conflict, and Resolution  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding Exposition, Conflict, and Resolution  

Section 2: Story Arcs  
- Lesson 1: Linear vs. Non-Linear Storytelling  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Linear vs. Non-Linear Storytelling  
- Lesson 2: Rising Action and Climax  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Rising Action and Climax  

Section 3: Combining Subplots  
- Lesson 1: Weaving Multiple Storylines  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Weaving Multiple Storylines  
- Lesson 2: Maintaining Cohesion  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Maintaining Cohesion  

Section 4: Crafting a Beginning, Middle, and End  
- Lesson 1: Hooks and Opening Scenes  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Hooks and Opening Scenes  
- Lesson 2: Satisfying Conclusions  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Satisfying Conclusions  

Section 5: Storytelling Exercises  
- Lesson 1: Rapid-Fire Writing Challenges  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Rapid-Fire Writing Challenges  
- Lesson 2: Collaborative Story Building  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Collaborative Story Building  


Module 5: Editing and Collaborative Revision

Section 1: Introduction to Editing  
- Lesson 1: The Importance of Revision  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: The Importance of Revision  
- Lesson 2: Self-Editing Techniques  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Self-Editing Techniques  

Section 2: Peer Review Essentials  
- Lesson 1: Giving Constructive Feedback  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Giving Constructive Feedback  
- Lesson 2: Receiving and Applying Feedback  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Receiving and Applying Feedback  

Section 3: Refining Your Drafts  
- Lesson 1: Clarity and Coherence  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Clarity and Coherence  
- Lesson 2: Strengthening Descriptions and Dialogue  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Strengthening Descriptions and Dialogue  

Section 4: Collaborative Revision Workshops  
- Lesson 1: Group Editing Sessions  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Group Editing Sessions  
- Lesson 2: Revision Strategies  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Revision Strategies  

Section 5: Final Project Preparation  
- Lesson 1: Drafting the Final Story  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Drafting the Final Story  
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Celebrating Your Work  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing and Celebrating Your Work