Beginner Middle School Creative Writing
Open-and-go, 46-page PDF and print friendly full creative writing curriculum for beginner middle school age students!
Too many writing programs are long on lecture and short on results.
They ask students to copy, memorize, and repeat—but not to create.
And when kids don’t get to actually write, they don’t grow as writers.
At WordPlay Writing Co., we believe the best way to become a better writer…is to write.
That’s why our downloadable, open-and-go creative writing curricula are built around output— short, focused lessons that get out of the way so students can get to work.
How It Works
Each week, your student will:
Read a short, engaging lesson (no long lectures!)
Try a creative activity to explore the week’s skill
Write a story or scene based on that week’s prompt
Build their writing muscles without peer editing, pressure, or perfectionism
In twelve weeks, your child will have:
A collection of original stories they’re proud of
A stronger grasp of narrative structure and technique
More confidence in their voice as a writer
The foundation to keep writing and growing
Open-and-go, 46-page PDF and print friendly full creative writing curriculum for beginner middle school age students!
Too many writing programs are long on lecture and short on results.
They ask students to copy, memorize, and repeat—but not to create.
And when kids don’t get to actually write, they don’t grow as writers.
At WordPlay Writing Co., we believe the best way to become a better writer…is to write.
That’s why our downloadable, open-and-go creative writing curricula are built around output— short, focused lessons that get out of the way so students can get to work.
How It Works
Each week, your student will:
Read a short, engaging lesson (no long lectures!)
Try a creative activity to explore the week’s skill
Write a story or scene based on that week’s prompt
Build their writing muscles without peer editing, pressure, or perfectionism
In twelve weeks, your child will have:
A collection of original stories they’re proud of
A stronger grasp of narrative structure and technique
More confidence in their voice as a writer
The foundation to keep writing and growing
Open-and-go, 46-page PDF and print friendly full creative writing curriculum for beginner middle school age students!
Too many writing programs are long on lecture and short on results.
They ask students to copy, memorize, and repeat—but not to create.
And when kids don’t get to actually write, they don’t grow as writers.
At WordPlay Writing Co., we believe the best way to become a better writer…is to write.
That’s why our downloadable, open-and-go creative writing curricula are built around output— short, focused lessons that get out of the way so students can get to work.
How It Works
Each week, your student will:
Read a short, engaging lesson (no long lectures!)
Try a creative activity to explore the week’s skill
Write a story or scene based on that week’s prompt
Build their writing muscles without peer editing, pressure, or perfectionism
In twelve weeks, your child will have:
A collection of original stories they’re proud of
A stronger grasp of narrative structure and technique
More confidence in their voice as a writer
The foundation to keep writing and growing
Weekly Breakdown
Week 1 – Story Ingredients
Students learn that every story starts with two essential elements: a character and a problem. They’ll discover how these ingredients drive every plot, no matter the genre.
Week 2 – Story Recipe
Students explore the classic four-part structure of a story—beginning, middle, climax, and end—and how each section moves the plot forward.
Week 3 – Characters
Students dive into character development, learning how to make their characters feel real through emotions, choices, and change.
Week 4 – Setting
Students discover how setting affects mood, action, and story possibilities, and how choosing the right location can transform even a simple scene.
Week 5 – Perspective (First Person)
Students learn how to write in first person point of view, using voice and emotion to create a strong personal connection with the reader.
Week 6 – Perspective (Third & Second Person)
Students explore the differences between third person limited, third person omniscient, and second person narration—and when to use each.
Week 7 – Formatting and Writing Dialogue
Students learn how to correctly format dialogue and write conversations that sound natural and show character personality.
Week 8 – Figurative Language
Students explore creative language techniques like personification, hyperbole, and alliteration to make their writing more vivid and engaging.
Week 9 – Similes and Metaphors
Students take a closer look at similes and metaphors, learning how to craft original comparisons that deepen emotion and imagery.
Week 10 – Symbolism
Students learn how to use symbols—objects, settings, or moments—to represent bigger emotions or themes in their stories.
Week 11 – Revision
Students discover how real writers revise by stepping back to evaluate structure, clarity, and emotional impact—and how to improve what’s already working.
Week 12 – Final Story
Students bring together everything they’ve learned to write a complete, polished short story that showcases their growth and creativity.
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