Story Sketch and Tell
Sessions unleashing imaginative potential through free writing and creative play.
Description : Free writing sessions encourage learners to unleash their creative potential, using prompts and timed challenges to foster spontaneity and imaginative expression without fear of judgment.
Category : English
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Discovering Stories
Section 1: What Is a Story?
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Stories
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Stories
- Lesson 2: Story Elements Overview
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Story Elements Overview
Section 2: Exploring Free Writing
- Lesson 1: Guided Free Writing Warm-Up
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Guided Free Writing Warm-Up
- Lesson 2: Timed Writing Practice
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Timed Writing Practice
Section 3: Observations and Imagination
- Lesson 1: Observing the World Around You
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Observing the World Around You
- Lesson 2: Turning Observations into Story Ideas
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Turning Observations into Story Ideas
Section 4: Creative Prompts and Sparks
- Lesson 1: Fun Prompts to Kickstart Creativity
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Fun Prompts to Kickstart Creativity
- Lesson 2: Rapid Story Sketching
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Rapid Story Sketching
Section 5: Building Writing Confidence
- Lesson 1: Sharing Simple Stories
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Sharing Simple Stories
- Lesson 2: Encouraging Positive Feedback
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Encouraging Positive Feedback
Module 2: Creating Characters and Settings
Section 1: Understanding Characters
- Lesson 1: Who Is Your Character?
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Who Is Your Character?
- Lesson 2: Character Traits and Feelings
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Character Traits and Feelings
Section 2: Discovering Settings
- Lesson 1: Where Does Your Story Happen?
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Where Does Your Story Happen?
- Lesson 2: Describing Scenes with Detail
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Describing Scenes with Detail
Section 3: Blending Characters and Settings
- Lesson 1: Creating Mood Through Setting
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Mood Through Setting
- Lesson 2: Letting Characters Interact with Their World
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Letting Characters Interact with Their World
Section 4: Using Prompts to Develop Characters and Settings
- Lesson 1: Prompt-Based Character Exploration
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Prompt-Based Character Exploration
- Lesson 2: Prompt-Based Setting Exploration
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Prompt-Based Setting Exploration
Section 5: Putting It Together
- Lesson 1: Drawing Character and Setting Sketches
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Drawing Character and Setting Sketches
- Lesson 2: Group Story Sharing Session
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Story Sharing Session
Module 3: Building Plot and Structure
Section 1: Understanding Plot Basics
- Lesson 1: What Makes a Plot?
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Makes a Plot?
- Lesson 2: Beginning, Middle, and End Explained
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Beginning, Middle, and End Explained
Section 2: Sequencing Events
- Lesson 1: Ordering Story Events
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Ordering Story Events
- Lesson 2: Using Timed Challenges to Sequence Ideas
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Timed Challenges to Sequence Ideas
Section 3: Introducing Conflict and Resolution
- Lesson 1: What Is a Conflict in a Story?
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: What Is a Conflict in a Story?
- Lesson 2: Simple Resolutions for a Story
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple Resolutions for a Story
Section 4: Story Structures and Frameworks
- Lesson 1: Exploring Story Frameworks (Beginning-Middle-End)
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Exploring Story Frameworks (Beginning-Middle-End)
- Lesson 2: Story Mapping with Basic Frameworks
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Story Mapping with Basic Frameworks
Section 5: Crafting a Complete Story Outline
- Lesson 1: Creating a Story Outline
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating a Story Outline
- Lesson 2: Revising the Outline with Peer Feedback
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Revising the Outline with Peer Feedback
Module 4: Enhancing Story Details
Section 1: Adding Descriptive Language
- Lesson 1: Using Adjectives and Adverbs Effectively
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Using Adjectives and Adverbs Effectively
- Lesson 2: Sensory Details in Storytelling
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Sensory Details in Storytelling
Section 2: Dialogue That Brings Characters to Life
- Lesson 1: Writing Natural Dialogues
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Writing Natural Dialogues
- Lesson 2: Using Dialogue Prompts
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Dialogue Prompts
Section 3: Setting the Scene with Action
- Lesson 1: Describing Actions Clearly
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Describing Actions Clearly
- Lesson 2: Writing Active Scenes
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Writing Active Scenes
Section 4: Expressing Emotions in Writing
- Lesson 1: Showing Emotions Through Words
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Showing Emotions Through Words
- Lesson 2: Emotive Writing Exercises
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Emotive Writing Exercises
Section 5: Editing and Refining Details
- Lesson 1: Basic Self-Editing Techniques
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Basic Self-Editing Techniques
- Lesson 2: Peer Review and Revision
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Peer Review and Revision
Module 5: Sharing and Reflecting on Stories
Section 1: Preparing Your Story for Sharing
- Lesson 1: Finalizing Your Story Draft
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Finalizing Your Story Draft
- Lesson 2: Formatting and Presentation Tips
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Formatting and Presentation Tips
Section 2: Presenting Your Story
- Lesson 1: Techniques for Storytelling Out Loud
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Techniques for Storytelling Out Loud
- Lesson 2: Practicing a Storytelling Read-Aloud
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing a Storytelling Read-Aloud
Section 3: Receiving and Giving Feedback
- Lesson 1: How to Listen to Feedback
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: How to Listen to Feedback
- Lesson 2: Constructive Feedback Techniques
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Constructive Feedback Techniques
Section 4: Reflecting on Your Creative Process
- Lesson 1: Reflective Journaling on Writing
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Reflective Journaling on Writing
- Lesson 2: Sharing Insights with Peers
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sharing Insights with Peers
Section 5: Celebrating Your Storytelling Journey
- Lesson 1: Story Showcase Preparation
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Story Showcase Preparation
- Lesson 2: Celebratory Storytelling Session
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Celebratory Storytelling Session