These writing classes are great for teaching new skills or developing existing ones. They are listed in order from most basic to most complex, but earlier classes aren't prerequisites for the more advanced ones. All live classes are currently hosted on Outschool. If you are interested in having me facitilitate these classes for a small group or homeschool coop, please reach out!
Every class includes thoughtful, individualized feedback on your student’s writing. It’s a great way for them to grow as writers, build confidence, and clearly see where to improve. Best of all, it takes the pressure off you—and helps your student feel supported, not overwhelmed.
ideal for relcutant or struggling writters in middle or early high school
If writing feels overwhelming for your student, this class changes that. With step-by-step support, engaging topics, and a clear weekly routine, reluctant writers gain confidence—while learning how to write strong, organized paragraphs on their own. It’s a supportive way to build skills that set the stage for future writing success.
ideal for middle and early high school students with an ability to write paragraphs independently
Once students have basic writing skills, this class is a great next step. Each session focuses on a different writing strategy, with guided practice and personalized feedback that students can immediately apply. They’ll explore narrative, informative, and persuasive writing—learning how to organize ideas, build strong sentences, and write clear, confident paragraphs that prepare them for essays, reports, and more.
ideal for middle and high school students who are ready to move into essay writing
Writing a research essay can feel overwhelming—but this supportive class breaks the process down into clear, manageable steps. Your student will learn how to choose a topic, craft a strong thesis, organize ideas, and cite sources—all while receiving personalized feedback. Along the way, they’ll develop foundational skills that build confidence and can be used for any future essay writing.
ideal for middle and early high school students ready to develop more advanced writing
Your child knows the basics—now it’s time to grow. This six-week interactive course is for students with some essay writing experience who are ready to take their skills to the next level. As they write a polished argumentative research essay, they’ll learn to build strong arguments, avoid logical fallacies, and use persuasive language effectively. With weekly focus areas and personalized feedback throughout, students gain the tools and confidence to write with clarity, purpose, and precision.
ideal for late middle and high school students, this class tackles one of the most challenging essay forms
Literary analysis doesn’t have to be vague or intimidating—your student just needs a clear path forward. This course guides students step-by-step through writing a clear, confident literary analysis essay. Using Sharon Olds’ poem “Ode to Dirt” or a text of their choice, students learn close reading, planning, drafting, and revising—all with personalized feedback. By the end, they’ll have a polished essay and a proven method for any future literary analysis.
ideal for middle and early high school students
This flexible, workshop-style class helps students take their writing from “okay” to confident and clear. Each week, they write a new essay and focus on a specific skill—like crafting stronger thesis statements or sharpening analysis—that they apply directly to their work. It’s ideal for students ready to move beyond the basics and build writing skills they can use in any subject. Students can start or stop at any time and stay for one week or several months, depending on their goals.