Read Like a Writer, Write Like an Author: Part 1 FoundationsAges 11-14

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Read Like a Writer, Write Like an Author: Part 1 Foundations

Kristen Freeman

Kristen Freeman

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Course Description

Read Like a Writer, Write Like an Author: Part 1 – Foundations helps upper elementary and middle school students learn one of the most important skills real writers use: studying great writing to improve their own. Rather than focusing on rigid formulas or grammar drills, this course teaches students how stories actually work. Each learning cycle begins with reading and discussing a short mentor text by a published author. Together, students analyze what made the story effective—such as how the author hooked the reader, introduced conflict, built tension, and created a satisfying ending. After studying the mentor text, students write an original short story that imitates the craft, not the content. With guided planning, drafting time, and instructor feedback, students learn how to apply professional writing techniques while still developing their own unique voice. In this course, students learn how strong stories work by studying classic short stories by respected authors. Each story is explored over two weeks: Week A: Read like a writer — analyze what makes the story effective Week B: Write like an author — create an original short story inspired by the craft Students imitate technique, not content, building transferable writing skills while developing their own creative voice. By the end of Part 1, students will: Understand the foundations of strong storytelling Read with an author’s eye for structure and craft Write multiple original short stories Gain confidence in their creative writing abilities This course is ideal for homeschool families and enrichment learners who want a thoughtful, engaging approach to creative writing that builds both skill and creativity—without turning writing into busywork.

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Meet Your Teacher

Kristen Freeman

Elementary Teacher | Orton Gillingham Trained | Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Phonics | Bachelor's in Education | Passionate Teacher for Fun Interactive Learning