Language Detective Club
Exercises combining poetry and prose to explore rhythm, style, and expression.
Description : By integrating both poetry and prose, this course explores the interplay of rhythm, tone, and style, allowing students to experiment with diverse narrative forms and develop a flexible writing voice.
Category : English
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Discovering Rhythm and Rhyme Section 1: Identifying Beats in Poetry - Lesson 1: Understanding Rhythm - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Beat Basics in Poetry - Lesson 2: Clapping Along to the Beat - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Rhythm Through Movement Section 2: Exploring Tone in Prose - Lesson 1: Recognizing Tone in a Story - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Tone in Everyday Language - Lesson 2: Matching Mood with Words - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Tone Exploration Activities Section 3: Introduction to Rhyme - Lesson 1: What Makes a Rhyme? - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Rhyme Words and Sounds - Lesson 2: Simple Rhyming Games - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating Fun Rhymes Section 4: Finding Rhythm in Everyday Language - Lesson 1: Listening for Natural Beats - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Everyday Rhythm Discovery - Lesson 2: Writing Rhythmic Sentences - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practice with Rhythmic Writing Section 5: Blending Beats and Rhymes - Lesson 1: Merging Rhythm with Rhyme - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Fusion of Beats and Rhyme - Lesson 2: Sharing a Poetic Performance - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practical Recital Activity Module 2: Discovering Tone and Voice Section 1: Recognizing Your Own Voice - Lesson 1: What Is a Writing Voice? - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Voice in Writing - Lesson 2: Finding Your Unique Tone - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Voice Discovery Exercises Section 2: Expressing Emotions in Words - Lesson 1: Describing Happy and Sad Moments - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Words that Show Emotions - Lesson 2: Matching Emotions with Tone - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Tone and Emotion Practice Section 3: Voice in Short Stories - Lesson 1: Recognizing Character Voices - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Listening to Character Sounds - Lesson 2: Writing Simple Narratives - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Storytelling with Clear Voices Section 4: Playing with Tone in Dialogue - Lesson 1: Tone in Daily Conversation - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Discovering Tone in Dialogue - Lesson 2: Writing Dialogue that Sings - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practical Dialogue Writing Section 5: Experimenting with Multiple Voices - Lesson 1: Using Different Tones in a Story - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Layering Voices in Writing - Lesson 2: Reading Aloud and Reflecting - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Sharing and Voice Reflection Module 3: Exploring Poetic Devices Section 1: Imagery in Poetry - Lesson 1: What Is Imagery? - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Seeing with Words - Lesson 2: Creating Vivid Pictures - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practice with Descriptive Language Section 2: Alliteration and Assonance - Lesson 1: Understanding Sound Patterns - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Alliteration - Lesson 2: Fun with Repeated Sounds - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Assonance and Alliteration Play Section 3: Similes and Metaphors - Lesson 1: Comparing Like a Detective - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Similes - Lesson 2: Discovering Hidden Meanings - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring Metaphors Section 4: Rhythm and Rhyme Revisited - Lesson 1: Advanced Rhythmic Patterns in Poems - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Mixing Devices with Rhythm - Lesson 2: Creating Simple Verse - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Hands-On Poem Writing Section 5: Putting It All Together - Lesson 1: Writing a Poem with Multiple Devices - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Crafting a Device-Rich Poem - Lesson 2: Workshop and Group Feedback - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Peer Review and Revision Module 4: Building Narrative Structures Section 1: Understanding Story Elements - Lesson 1: The Basics of Story Structure - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Story Elements - Lesson 2: Identifying Characters and Settings - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Breaking Down a Story Section 2: Beginning, Middle, and End - Lesson 1: Plot Mapping Basics - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Story Plot Structure - Lesson 2: Writing a Clear Beginning and End - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Plot Exercises Section 3: Crafting a Narrative Voice - Lesson 1: Finding the Right Narrator - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring Narration - Lesson 2: Telling a Story in Your Own Way - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Narrative Voice Practice Section 4: Dialogue and Interaction - Lesson 1: Writing Meaningful Dialogue - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Dialogue Basics in Narratives - Lesson 2: Enhancing Characters through Speech - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Dialogue Workshop Section 5: Putting Together a Short Story - Lesson 1: Outlining Your Story Draft - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Story Outline Creation - Lesson 2: Sharing and Discussing Stories - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Storytelling Session Module 5: Creative Expressions in Writing Section 1: Experimenting with Free Writing - Lesson 1: Unlocking Creative Ideas - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Free Writing - Lesson 2: Free Writing in Action - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Timed Writing Exercises Section 2: Blending Poetry and Prose - Lesson 1: Merging Two Worlds - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Exploring Hybrid Writing - Lesson 2: Creating a Hybrid Piece - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Writing and Sharing Hybrid Works Section 3: Writing for Expression - Lesson 1: Discovering Personal Themes - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring Feelings Through Writing - Lesson 2: Expressing Ideas Clearly - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Expressive Writing Workshop Section 4: Revising and Editing - Lesson 1: Understanding the Importance of Revision - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basics of Editing Your Work - Lesson 2: Peer Review and Feedback - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Group Editing Session Section 5: Celebrating the Writing Journey - Lesson 1: Compiling a Personal Writing Collection - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Showcasing Your Work - Lesson 2: Celebration of Language Detectives - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Final Sharing and Reflection