Title: Exploring Creative Writing Genres

Grade Level: 12th Grade

Objective: - To introduce students to various genres of creative writing - To enhance students’ creative writing skills through practice and feedback - To encourage students to explore their own unique writing style

Materials: - Writing prompts or story starters - Examples of different genres of creative writing (short stories, poetry, plays, etc.) - Writing utensils - Paper or notebooks - Access to a computer or tablet for research and typing

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes) - Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of creative writing and its various genres. - Ask students to share their favorite genres of creative writing and why they enjoy them. - Explain that throughout the lesson, they will have the opportunity to explore different genres and develop their own writing style.

2. Genre Exploration (20 minutes) - Introduce different genres of creative writing, such as short stories, poetry, plays, and personal essays. - Provide examples of each genre and discuss their unique characteristics and elements. - Encourage students to ask questions and share their thoughts on the genres.

3. Writing Prompts (15 minutes) - Distribute writing prompts or story starters to the students. - Explain that they will have a limited amount of time to write a short piece based on the prompt. - Encourage students to choose a genre they are less familiar with or have never tried before.

4. Writing Time (30 minutes) - Allow students to work on their writing pieces individually. - Circulate the classroom to provide guidance and support as needed. - Remind students to focus on incorporating the elements of their chosen genre into their writing.

5. Peer Feedback (15 minutes) - Divide students into pairs or small groups. - Instruct them to exchange their writing pieces and provide constructive feedback to each other. - Encourage students to discuss the strengths and areas for improvement in their peers’ writing.

6. Reflection and Discussion (10 minutes) - Bring the class back together and ask students to reflect on their writing experience. - Discuss the challenges they faced and the strategies they used to overcome them. - Encourage students to share any new insights or discoveries they made about their writing style.

7. Sharing and Presentation (20 minutes) - Give students the opportunity to share their writing pieces with the class. - Encourage them to read aloud or present their work in a creative manner. - Provide positive feedback and appreciation for each student’s effort and creativity.

8. Conclusion (5 minutes) - Summarize the lesson by emphasizing the importance of exploring different genres in creative writing. - Encourage students to continue practicing and experimenting with their writing skills. - Provide additional resources or recommendations for further exploration of creative writing genres.

Note: The duration of each activity can be adjusted based on the class’s needs and available time.