Creative Critique Club
Fosters constructive discussion and analysis of creative works.
Description : In this club, students share their writings, provide peer feedback, and engage in critical discussions that refine their creative processes and literary understanding.
Category : English
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Getting Started with Creative Critique
Section 1: Club Introductions
- Lesson 1: Welcome to the Club: Meet and Greet
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Welcome to the Club: Meet and Greet
- Lesson 2: Club Rules and Expectations
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Club Rules and Expectations
Section 2: The World of Creative Writing
- Lesson 1: Exploring Creative Writing
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Exploring Creative Writing
- Lesson 2: Key Elements of Storytelling
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Key Elements of Storytelling
Section 3: Understanding Peer Feedback
- Lesson 1: What is Constructive Criticism?
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 What is Constructive Criticism?
- Lesson 2: The Importance of Peer Feedback
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 The Importance of Peer Feedback
Section 4: Basics of Expression
- Lesson 1: Language and Expression
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Language and Expression
- Lesson 2: Creative Expression Exercises
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Creative Expression Exercises
Section 5: Introduction Wrap-up
- Lesson 1: Recap of Module 1
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Recap of Module 1
- Lesson 2: Sharing Initial Thoughts
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sharing Initial Thoughts
Module 2: Developing Writing Skills
Section 1: Story Structure Basics
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Story Structure
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Story Structure
- Lesson 2: Understanding the Beginning, Middle, and End
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Understanding the Beginning, Middle, and End
Section 2: Character and Setting
- Lesson 1: Creating Memorable Characters
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Creating Memorable Characters
- Lesson 2: Crafting Vivid Settings
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Crafting Vivid Settings
Section 3: Plot and Conflict
- Lesson 1: Understanding Plot Development
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Understanding Plot Development
- Lesson 2: Introducing Conflict in a Story
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Introducing Conflict in a Story
Section 4: Dialogue and Voice
- Lesson 1: Writing Realistic Dialogue
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Writing Realistic Dialogue
- Lesson 2: Finding Your Authorial Voice
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Finding Your Authorial Voice
Section 5: Review and Group Discussion
- Lesson 1: Reviewing Writing Techniques
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Reviewing Writing Techniques
- Lesson 2: Group Discussion on Stories
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Group Discussion on Stories
Module 3: Exploring Literary Critique
Section 1: What is Literary Critique?
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Critique
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Critique
- Lesson 2: Benefits of Peer Feedback
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Benefits of Peer Feedback
Section 2: Asking the Right Questions
- Lesson 1: How to Ask Constructive Questions
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 How to Ask Constructive Questions
- Lesson 2: Practicing Questioning Techniques
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practicing Questioning Techniques
Section 3: Observation and Analysis
- Lesson 1: Observing Key Story Elements
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Observing Key Story Elements
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Writing for Improvement
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Analyzing Writing for Improvement
Section 4: Writing Reviews
- Lesson 1: Crafting a Review
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Crafting a Review
- Lesson 2: Peer Review Practice
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Peer Review Practice
Section 5: Critique Reflection Session
- Lesson 1: Reflecting on Feedback
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Reflecting on Feedback
- Lesson 2: How Critique Helps Growth
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 How Critique Helps Growth
Module 4: Deepening the Creative Process
Section 1: Brainstorming Techniques
- Lesson 1: Imaginative Brainstorming
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Imaginative Brainstorming
- Lesson 2: Developing New Ideas
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Developing New Ideas
Section 2: Draft and Revision Basics
- Lesson 1: Creating a First Draft
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Creating a First Draft
- Lesson 2: Revising Your Work
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Revising Your Work
Section 3: Experimenting with Styles
- Lesson 1: Exploring Different Writing Styles
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Exploring Different Writing Styles
- Lesson 2: Trying Out New Formats
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Trying Out New Formats
Section 4: Collaborative Writing
- Lesson 1: Group Story Building
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Group Story Building
- Lesson 2: Sharing and Co-creating Ideas
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Sharing and Co-creating Ideas
Section 5: Creative Reflection
- Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Process
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Reflecting on Your Process
- Lesson 2: Setting Future Writing Goals
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Setting Future Writing Goals
Module 5: Celebrating Creative Achievements
Section 1: Final Story Presentations
- Lesson 1: Preparing for Presentations
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Preparing for Presentations
- Lesson 2: Effective Storytelling Techniques
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Effective Storytelling Techniques
Section 2: Organizing Writing Events
- Lesson 1: Planning a Writing Event
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Planning a Writing Event
- Lesson 2: Hosting a Mini Workshop
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Hosting a Mini Workshop
Section 3: Peer Appreciation
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Each Other's Talents
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Recognizing Each Other's Talents
- Lesson 2: Giving Constructive Praise
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Giving Constructive Praise
Section 4: Documenting Your Journey
- Lesson 1: Creating a Writing Portfolio
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Creating a Writing Portfolio
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on Your Growth
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Reflecting on Your Growth
Section 5: Farewell and Future Ideas
- Lesson 1: Celebrating Achievements Together
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Celebrating Achievements Together
- Lesson 2: Looking Forward to New Projects
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Looking Forward to New Projects