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CURRICULUM MAP IN ENGLISH 10
Creative Writing Course Curriculum Map
Institutional Vision:
To inspire and empower learners to achieve their creative potential.
Institutional Mission:
To provide innovative and engaging learning opportunities that nurture creativity and critical thinking.
Institutional Core Values:
Creativity: Encouraging imaginative and original thinking.
Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in all endeavors.
Integrity: Upholding honesty and ethical principles in writing.
Grade Learning Core Values
Unit Title Duration Content Skills Activities Assessment
Level Competencies Integration
- Writing
- Icebreaker:
process- -
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writing- different drafts-
elements analysis:
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of creative Identify
poetry, creative Integrity in
writing genres in
short writing. idea
text
fiction, ownership
examples
non-fiction
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of poetry- poems poetry activity: portfolioPeer Demonstratin
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: rhyme, rhyme, meter, literary haiku- in crafting
meter, and imagery.- devices- Workshop: imagery and
imagery, Analyze and Analyze Imagery and style-
form- revise poems poetic figurative Striving for
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poems- clarity and techniques practice- through
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poetry impact. poetry for critique: poetry
Grade Learning Core Values
Unit Title Duration Content Skills Activities Assessment
Level Competencies Integration
Analyze and
quality revise poetry
drafts
- Craft
- Elements short - Story
- Write short
of short stories prompts: -
fiction
stories- with Write a flash Encouraging
showcasing
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effective use of
techniques: narrative Workshop: character
plot, tone, and
plot, tone, structures- Character creation-
character.- Short story
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techniques.-
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Revise stories
short stories for narrative original work
for coherence.
stories clarity and techniques
coherence
- Research
- Activity:
and write
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- Explore real- personal
personal
life essays or - Nurturing
anecdote-
experiences memoirs- Creativity in
Workshop:
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language for portfolio
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storytelling-
pieces that Reflect on factual
Peer sharing:
blend fact and life accuracy
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critique non-
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fiction drafts
writing
Scaffold Activities
1. Creative Writing Journal (Continuous Across All Units):
o Weekly Prompts: Students receive journal prompts to explore poetry, short fiction, and non-
fiction. They write weekly entries, experimenting with different genres.
o Revision and Analysis: Students revise selected journal entries, focusing on applying literary
techniques such as rhyme, imagery, and tone. They assess the use of these techniques to refine
their writing.
o Portfolio Creation: At the end of the unit, students compile their best entries into a portfolio.
This includes a reflection on their growth, the writing process, and how they applied
brainstorming techniques and literary elements across genres.
2. Genre Integration Project:
o Poetry Creation: Students begin by writing a poem based on a personal experience, utilizing
elements such as rhyme, imagery, and tone.
o Short Fiction Development: They expand the poem into a short story, incorporating character
development, plot, and narrative techniques.
o Non-Fiction Reflection: Students write a creative non-fiction piece that reflects on the real-life
event that inspired the poem and short story. The non-fiction piece blends fact with storytelling,
using descriptive language and personal insights.
o Cohesive Project: The final project shows how the three genres are interconnected, with each
piece building on the other, demonstrating the students' ability to transition between creative
forms.
3. Writer’s Workshop Series:
o Workshop 1 (Idea Generation): Students participate in brainstorming activities to generate
ideas for poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. They categorize their ideas into themes like conflict,
growth, or identity.
o Workshop 2 (Poetry Techniques): Focus on writing poems using literary devices such as
meter, rhyme, and imagery. Students receive peer feedback on the emotional and aesthetic
impact of their poems.
o Workshop 3 (Storytelling Skills): Students write short stories using their generated ideas. They
focus on plot development, character creation, and tone. Peer critique helps refine their narrative
techniques.
o Workshop 4 (Creative Non-Fiction): Students write personal essays based on real-life
experiences, applying storytelling techniques to make their writing engaging. Peer sharing
encourages further refinement.
o Final Presentation and Reflection: Students present their best work from each genre—poetry,
short fiction, and non-fiction. They write a reflective essay on their writing journey, focusing on
the creative process and how they applied the skills learned throughout the workshops.
Common Outcomes Across Scaffolds:
Skill Development: Students practice generating ideas, applying literary techniques, and revising their
work across genres.
Creative Process: They reflect on their writing journey, recognizing growth and development in their
creativity and technique.
Core Values: Throughout the scaffolds, students are encouraged to demonstrate creativity in their ideas,
strive for excellence in their drafts, and maintain integrity in their original work.
Goal
The goal is to develop students' creative writing skills by exploring different forms of writing—poetry, short fiction, and
creative non-fiction—while fostering originality, critical thinking, and the ability to express emotions and ideas effectively.
Role
Students will take on the role of writers and storytellers, exploring various genres and techniques to craft compelling
creative works.
Audience
The primary audience will include peers, teachers, and potentially a broader community through curated presentations,
portfolios, or performances (e.g., class exhibits or sharing sessions).
Situation
Students are presented with opportunities to experience the writing process by analyzing exemplary works, generating
ideas, and applying techniques to create and refine their own works in a workshop-style environment. They will face the
challenge of using their imagination to connect with readers while adhering to writing conventions.
Product/Performance
Students will produce the following:
A poetry portfolio containing original poems that demonstrate mastery of poetic devices.
A short fiction story showcasing narrative techniques such as plot development and character creation.
A creative non-fiction piece based on personal or real-life experiences, blending storytelling with factual
accuracy.
Standards for Success
Success will be measured based on the following:
Adherence to the elements and conventions of the assigned genre.
Creativity, originality, and depth in expressing ideas and emotions.
Effective use of literary techniques (e.g., imagery, rhyme, tone, character development).
Quality of revisions based on feedback from peers and teachers.
Presentation and organization of final outputs in a cohesive portfolio.
