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Creative Writing

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Creative Writing empowers young authors to craft compelling stories, build vivid worlds, and develop their unique literary voice. Through workshops, peer feedback, and published author visits, students grow as confident writers.

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Elena Vance

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4.8(1,560 learners)

Live Group Course

$29 per class

or $464 for 16 classes

  • 8-week programMock
  • 45 min sessions · live video
  • Small group
  • Ages 7–14

Overview

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Live Group Course

Meet over live video meetings

11 live meetings

8 in-class hours

45 min

per live session

Homework

Estimated outside of class time: 1 hour per week. Live classes are recorded and reviewing them after each session is recommended for revision.

Assessment

Regular assessments through live coding, interactive brainstorming with teachers, guided projects, and mini hands-on tasks help learners apply what they practice in class.

Class Experience

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US Grade 2 - 9
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Beginner Level
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Creative Writing empowers young authors to craft compelling stories, build vivid worlds, and develop their unique literary voice. Through workshops, peer feedback, and published author visits, students grow as confident writers.

Learning Goals

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  • Craft engaging characters and plot structures

  • Build immersive fictional worlds

Syllabus

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12 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Character development
45 min online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Setting & world-building
45 min online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Plot arcs

Other Details

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  • Parental Guidance

    Welcome! We're excited that you joined Creative Writing. Please set up any required software before the first class. Setup instructions are shared in the classroom and by email once you are enrolled.

  • Pre-Requisites

    No prior experience is required. A computer with a stable internet connection, webcam, and headphones is recommended for live sessions.

  • Supply List

    Computer with good-speed internet, webcam and headphones, VS Code installed. 3 files available upon enrollment.

  • External Resources

    In addition to the Griot Academy classroom, this class uses: • repl.it • VS Code

Available times (1 available)

UTC

Fridays

8:00 PM – 8:45 PM

Starts: Apr 10

Ends: May 29, 2026

Taught by: Elena Vance

$29

or $464 for 16 classes

3 seats filled

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Fridays

7:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Starts: Jun 19

Ends: Aug 7, 2026

Taught by: Elena Vance

$29

or $464 for 16 classes

12 seats filled

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Meet Your Instructor

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Elena Vance

Creative Writing & Literature

Published author and writing coach who creates a supportive workshop environment where every student's voice is celebrated.

4.8 rating1,560 students