At the end of this course, you will be able to say:

I can...

• demonstrate a clear understanding of the following story elements: genre, theme, setting, plot,
• conflict, point of view, character, protagonist, antagonist, and symbolism
• apply a variety of story elements in my writing
• write well-developed, detailed descriptions using the senses, feelings, traits, and comparisons
• write/type at a speed of 20 words per minute for 10 minutes
• demonstrate a clear understanding of character development
• create well-rounded characters for a short story
• write a detailed description of a person, place, or thing
• creatively describe something, using feelings, traits, comparisons, and the senses
• use metaphors, similes, analogies, and personification when writing a narrative
• apply principles of writing fiction to my own writing
• use correct format when writing dialogue
• incorporate dialogue into a short story
• edit writing for common grammar errors
• proofread my own and others' work