Poetry and Prose: A Creative Journey
Explorations of poetry and prose designed to inspire expressive creative writing.
Description : Explorations in poetic and prose writing inspire learners to blend creative expression with literary analysis, deepening their appreciation for the art of storytelling while honing their own craft.
Category : English
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: The World of Words Section 1: Introduction to Creative Writing - Lesson 1: What is Poetry? Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 What is Poetry? - Lesson 2: What is Prose? Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 What is Prose? Section 2: Elements of Storytelling - Lesson 1: Exploring Settings and Scenes Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Exploring Settings and Scenes - Lesson 2: Characters and Conflict Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Characters and Conflict Section 3: Imagery and Sensory Detail - Lesson 1: Painting Pictures with Words Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Painting Pictures with Words - Lesson 2: Using the Senses in Writing Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Using the Senses in Writing Section 4: The Music of Language - Lesson 1: Introduction to Rhyme and Rhythm Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Introduction to Rhyme and Rhythm - Lesson 2: Playing with Sound and Flow Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Playing with Sound and Flow Section 5: Discovering Your Voice - Lesson 1: Finding Your Unique Style Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Finding Your Unique Style - Lesson 2: Expressing Yourself Honestly Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Expressing Yourself Honestly Module 2: Building Fundamental Skills Section 1: Writing Techniques 101 - Lesson 1: Grammar for Creative Writing Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Grammar for Creative Writing - Lesson 2: Sentence Structure and Flow Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Sentence Structure and Flow Section 2: Vocabulary and Word Choice - Lesson 1: Crafting Descriptive Language Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Crafting Descriptive Language - Lesson 2: The Power of Precise Words Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 The Power of Precise Words Section 3: Narrative Foundations - Lesson 1: Beginning, Middle, and End Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Beginning, Middle, and End - Lesson 2: Building a Coherent Storyline Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Building a Coherent Storyline Section 4: Imagery and Figurative Language - Lesson 1: Using Similes and Metaphors Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Using Similes and Metaphors - Lesson 2: Crafting Strong Visuals Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Crafting Strong Visuals Section 5: Dialogue and Narrative Voice - Lesson 1: Writing Natural Dialogue Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Writing Natural Dialogue - Lesson 2: Developing a Distinctive Voice Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Developing a Distinctive Voice Module 3: Exploring Poetic Forms Section 1: Classic Poetic Structures - Lesson 1: Understanding Traditional Forms Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Understanding Traditional Forms - Lesson 2: Elements of Sonnets and Odes Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Elements of Sonnets and Odes Section 2: The Charm of Haiku and Limerick - Lesson 1: The Art of Haiku Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 The Art of Haiku - Lesson 2: Crafting a Limerick Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Crafting a Limerick Section 3: Narrative Poetry - Lesson 1: Storytelling Through Verse Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Storytelling Through Verse - Lesson 2: The Power of Ballads Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 The Power of Ballads Section 4: The Freedom of Free Verse - Lesson 1: Breaking Traditional Structures Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Breaking Traditional Structures - Lesson 2: Expressing Emotion in Free Verse Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Expressing Emotion in Free Verse Section 5: Collaborative Poetic Ventures - Lesson 1: Group Writing Exercises Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Group Writing Exercises - Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Poems Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sharing and Discussing Poems Module 4: Delving into Prose Techniques Section 1: The Art of Short Stories - Lesson 1: Crafting a Short Story Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Crafting a Short Story - Lesson 2: Engaging Plots and Twists Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Engaging Plots and Twists Section 2: Building Imaginary Worlds - Lesson 1: Creating Vivid Settings Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Creating Vivid Settings - Lesson 2: Developing a Believable Environment Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Developing a Believable Environment Section 3: Crafting Characters and Dialogue - Lesson 1: Creating Believable Characters Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Creating Believable Characters - Lesson 2: Writing Authentic Dialogue Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Writing Authentic Dialogue Section 4: Tone, Mood, and Atmosphere - Lesson 1: Setting the Scene with Tone Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Setting the Scene with Tone - Lesson 2: Evoking Emotions through Mood Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Evoking Emotions through Mood Section 5: The Writing Process - Lesson 1: Drafting and Revising Your Work Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Drafting and Revising Your Work - Lesson 2: Peer Feedback and Improvements Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Peer Feedback and Improvements Module 5: Showcasing Your Creativity Section 1: Creative Writing Workshops - Lesson 1: Collaborative Storytelling Exercises Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Collaborative Storytelling Exercises - Lesson 2: Sharing Your Writing Experiences Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Sharing Your Writing Experiences Section 2: Editing and Refining Your Work - Lesson 1: Self-Editing Techniques Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Self-Editing Techniques - Lesson 2: Proofreading for Clarity and Impact Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Proofreading for Clarity and Impact Section 3: Presentation and Performance - Lesson 1: Reading Your Work Aloud Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Reading Your Work Aloud - Lesson 2: Engaging an Audience Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Engaging an Audience Section 4: Introduction to Publishing - Lesson 1: Understanding the Publishing Process Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Understanding the Publishing Process - Lesson 2: Creating a Personal Portfolio Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Creating a Personal Portfolio Section 5: Celebrating Your Creative Journey - Lesson 1: Organizing a Class Anthology Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Organizing a Class Anthology - Lesson 2: Reflecting on Your Growth as a Writer Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Reflecting on Your Growth as a Writer