Tutor – Kristi Tiller
Through a variety of writing exercises, prompts, and discussions, students will explore different creative writing genres including fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. Emphasis will be placed on honing writing techniques such as character development, plot structure, dialogue, and narrative voice. By the end of the course, you’ll have a portfolio of original work and the confidence to continue your writing journey. We may even create our own books! We will also read a few fantasy novels as this type of literature in particular involves imagination, strong techniques, and a lot of fun! While this genre might be questionable for some, when read in an environment with a Christian worldview, we can approach each text with care and examine it as critical thinkers. Fantasy offers us a rich experience, and it can also be an invaluable tool to influence our own writing.
Title: The Creative Writer, Level Two: Essential Ingredients
Publisher: The Well-Trained Mind Press; 1st edition (September 20, 2012)
ISBN-10 : 978193333956/
ISBN-13 : 978-1933339566
Tentative Book List (Please do not purchase these books yet. This list will be updated before Registration Day in May):
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Rick Riordan
The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien
The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1: On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness, Andrew
Peterson
This course is suitable for all levels, but the target grade range is 8th-10th.
More info coming soon!