Write Outside the Box! Creative Writing Camp

Course Summary

Unleash your imagination in this fun and interactive creative writing camp! Each day, students explore a different type of writing including stories, descriptions, persuasive pitches, and poetry while learning to write with confidence and creativity.

Course Description

In Write Outside the Box! Creative Writing Camp, students will discover that writing is more than grammar and rules. It is imagination, creativity, and voice! Over four exciting sessions, learners will explore four types of creative writing: - Narrative Writing: Craft short stories with strong characters and engaging plots. - Descriptive Writing: Paint vivid pictures using sensory details and figurative language. - Persuasive Writing: Create catchy ads or speeches that convince your audience. - Poetic Writing: Play with rhythm, imagery, and emotion to express yourself through poetry. Each class includes: - A fun warm-up and writing challenge - A short mini-lesson with examples - Guided writing time with feedback - A share-and-celebrate segment where students can read their favorite lines By the end of the camp, students will have their own mini "Outside the Box Anthology" featuring their best work. This class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for writing in a supportive and positive environment.

Syllabus

Day 1: Story Sparks (Narrative Writing) Students learn how to build strong beginnings, add action, and end with a twist. Project: Write a short story inspired by a picture prompt. Day 2: Word Power Workshop (Descriptive Writing) Students practice “show, don’t tell” and use all five senses to describe a place or moment. Project: Write a descriptive paragraph called "A Place I’ll Never Forget." Day 3: Pitch Perfect (Persuasive Writing) Students design a fun product or idea and write an ad or mini-speech to convince the class. Project: Write and present a persuasive paragraph or ad. Day 4: Poetry in Motion (Poetic Writing) Students explore imagery and emotion through playful poetry prompts. Project: Write an original poem and share it in a class if they would like.

Supplies

Printed Handouts Pencil Google Docs (I will help them set these up during the first class.)