Online Writing Programs
Ready to Set Goals is excited to offer writing programs that are geared to develop the mindset and inspire the love for writing and reading.
Details, Details, Details
Writing with a Wow
grades 4-7
This online course teaches students to apply writing and thinking strategies to elaborate on their narrative/creative writing skills.
Core competencies in Language Arts intermediate years require students to expand on the narrative structure and apply literary elements into their writing. In this course, students will learn to:
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define theme and the power of the narrative
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deconstruct the plot line
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paint the setting
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craft the character
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create the conflict
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determine the a-ha moment
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add the final touches
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collaborate and present ideas to others
Online sessions will be interactive and include shared practice opportunities followed by short assignments to reinforce the skills taught.
By the end of this program, your child will be equipped with the tools and strategies to effectively create narrative pieces and provide details to create engaging, thoughtful and thorough stories.
2023 Summer Dates TBD
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Spaces are limited. Please register early to ensure your spot.
What's the Point?
Read to Learn
grades 5-8
This online course teaches students to read "further" by reflecting, questioning, and evaluating to develop awareness of self as a reader and as a writer.
Core competencies in Language Arts intermediate years require students to use a variety of comprehension strategies and thinking skills to gain meaning from a variety of texts. In this course, students will learn to inquire, respond and deepen understanding of text by:
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making predictions, inferences and drawing conclusions using context clues
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considering alternative viewpoints
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drawing connections
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questioning the author’s viewpoint and intent
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stating opinions with supporting reasons and explanations
Types of text can include: short stories, speeches, poetry, songs, editorials, ads, online media, TED Talks, editorial cartoons, Illustrations and infographics
Students will be encouraged to exchange and build on others’ ideas to create shared understanding. Students will record their ideas, questions, and thoughts in a reading journal.
By the end of this course, your child will learn to read more critically and build context around what they read which will prepare them for success in their high school years and beyond.
2023 Summer Dates TBD
Stay Tuned!
Spaces are limited. Please register early to ensure your spot.