Online English Writing Skills tutor

I need a tutor to work with an 8 year old boy to improve his writing skills in 30 program, starting June 28, 2024.

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Here is an outline of the program schedule :

Week 1:
Basics of Writing and Handwriting Improvement

Day 1:
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Lesson: Introduction to Sentences and Neat Handwriting
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Activity: Write 5 simple sentences about their favorite animal. Practice writing each sentence neatly.
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Test: Identify the subject and predicate in each sentence. Assess handwriting for neatness and proper letter formation.

Day 2:
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Lesson: Parts of Speech (Nouns and Verbs) and Handwriting Practice
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Activity: Write a short paragraph using 5 nouns and 5 verbs. Practice writing each word neatly before including it in the paragraph.
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Test: Underline the nouns and circle the verbs in their paragraph. Assess handwriting quality.

Day 3:
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Lesson: Descriptive Writing (Adjectives) and Proper Letter Formation
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Activity: Describe their favorite toy using adjectives. Write each adjective neatly in a list before using it in sentences.
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Test: Write 3 sentences describing their toy and underline the adjectives. Assess the neatness and accuracy of the handwriting.

Day 4:
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Lesson: Creative Writing (Story Starters) and Spacing Between Words
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Activity: Use a story starter to write a short story (e.g., "Once upon a time, a magical cat..."). Focus on proper spacing between words.
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Test: Write a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Assess for spacing and handwriting quality.

Day 5:
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Lesson: Writing Prompts and Consistent Letter Size
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Activity: Respond to a writing prompt (e.g., "If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?"). Ensure consistent letter size.
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Test: Write a paragraph explaining their choice and reasons. Assess for consistent letter size and neatness.

Day 6:
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Lesson: Writing Dialogue and Proper Use of Lines
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Activity: Write a conversation between two characters, focusing on writing within the lines.
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Test: Write 5 lines of dialogue using quotation marks correctly. Assess handwriting quality and line usage.

Day 7:
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Review and
Fun Writing Activity:
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Activity: Write a short comic strip with illustrations and captions. Focus on neat and clear writing for captions.
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Test: Create a comic strip that tells a short story. Assess the overall neatness and clarity of the writing

Week 2:
Enhancing Writing Skills and Handwriting

Day 8:
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Lesson: Sentence Variety and Neatness
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Activity: Write sentences of different lengths and types (declarative, interrogative, exclamatory). Practice writing each sentence neatly.
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Test: Write 3 of each type of sentence. Assess for neatness and variety.

Day 9:
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Lesson: Writing a Letter and Proper Formatting
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Activity: Write a letter to a friend or family member. Focus on proper letter formatting and neat handwriting.
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Test: Include a greeting, body, and closing in the letter. Assess for formatting and handwriting quality.

Day 10:
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Lesson: Opinion Writing and Clarity
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Activity: Write a paragraph about their favorite book or movie. Focus on clear and legible handwriting.
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Test: State their opinion and give three reasons to support it. Assess for clarity and handwriting quality.

Day 11:
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Lesson: Narrative Writing and Detailed Writing
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Activity: Write a short story about a fun day they had. Include detailed descriptions and practice neat handwriting.
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Test: Include details to make the story interesting. Assess for detail and handwriting quality.

Day 12:
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Lesson: Using Similes and Metaphors and Neatness
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Activity: Write sentences using similes and metaphors. Practice writing each sentence neatly.
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Test: Create 5 sentences using similes and metaphors. Assess for neatness and creativity.

Day 13:
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Lesson: Handwriting Practice and Creative Writing
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Activity: Practice writing a favorite poem or song lyrics neatly. Then, write a short creative piece using neat handwriting.
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Test: Assess for neatness and accuracy in handwriting practice and creative writing.

Day 14:
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Review and
Fun Writing Activity:
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Activity: Write a story or a diary entry about their week. Focus on neat handwriting and detailed writing.
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Test: Review the week's lessons and assess a detailed story or diary entry for handwriting quality and content.

Week 3:
Advanced Writing Techniques and Handwriting Quality

Day 15:
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Lesson: Writing Detailed Descriptions and Neatness
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Activity: Describe a place they visited or would like to visit. Focus on neat handwriting and detailed descriptions.
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Test: Write a descriptive paragraph and assess for neatness and detail.

Day 16:
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Lesson: Writing Instructions and Clarity
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Activity: Write step-by-step instructions for a simple task (e.g., making a sandwich). Focus on clear and legible handwriting.
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Test: Write clear instructions and assess for handwriting clarity and organization.

Day 17:
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Lesson: Writing Poems and Creativity
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Activity: Write a simple poem about a favorite subject. Focus on neat and creative writing.
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Test: Create a poem and assess for neatness and creativity.

Day 18:
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Lesson: Writing Stories with a Clear Structure
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Activity: Write a short story with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Focus on neat handwriting and logical structure.
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Test: Write a story and assess for structure, content, and handwriting quality.

Day 19:
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Lesson: Writing Persuasive Texts and Clarity
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Activity: Write a persuasive paragraph about a favorite topic (e.g., why they should have a pet). Focus on clear handwriting and logical arguments.
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Test: Write a persuasive paragraph and assess for clarity and neatness.

Day 20:
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Lesson: Writing Reviews and Detailed Writing
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Activity: Write a review of a book, movie, or game. Focus on neat handwriting and detailed explanations.
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Test: Write a review and assess for detail and handwriting quality.

Day 21:
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Review and
Fun Writing Activity:
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Activity: Write a short script for a play or a dialogue between characters. Focus on neat and creative writing.
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Test: Review the week's lessons and assess the script for creativity and handwriting quality.

Week 4:
Application and Improvement

Day 22:
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Lesson: Writing Journal Entries and Personal Reflection
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Activity: Write a journal entry about their day. Focus on neat handwriting and personal reflection.
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Test: Write a journal entry and assess for neatness and personal insight.

Day 23:
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Lesson: Writing with Purpose and Audience in Mind
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Activity: Write a letter to a character in a book or a historical figure. Focus on neat handwriting and addressing the audience.
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Test: Write a letter and assess for purpose, audience awareness, and handwriting quality.

Day 24:
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Lesson: Writing Thank-You Notes and Gratitude
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Activity: Write a thank-you note to a teacher or family member. Focus on neat handwriting and expressing gratitude.
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Test: Write a thank-you note and assess for neatness and sincerity.

Day 25:
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Lesson: Writing about Future Goals and Aspirations
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Activity: Write a paragraph about their dreams and goals for the future. Focus on neat handwriting and detailed writing.
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Test: Write a paragraph and assess for neatness and clarity.

Day 26:
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Lesson: Writing Short Reports and Informational Texts
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Activity: Write a short report on a favorite animal or historical event. Focus on neat handwriting and factual information.
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Test: Write a report and assess for neatness and accuracy.

Day 27:
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Lesson: Writing Reviews and Critiques
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Activity: Write a review of a recent experience (e.g., visiting a park). Focus on neat handwriting and detailed critique.
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Test: Write a review and assess for detail and handwriting quality.

Day 28:
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Lesson: Final Project Planning

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Activity: Plan a final writing project (e.g., a short story, a booklet about their favorite things).
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Test: Outline the project and assess for planning and organization.

Day 29:
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Lesson: Working on the Final Project
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Activity: Start writing the final project. Focus on neat handwriting and incorporating all learned skills.
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Test: Begin the final project and assess progress.

Day 30:
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Activity: Complete and present the final project. Focus on neat handwriting, creativity, and clarity.
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Test: Complete the final project and assess for overall quality, neatness, and writing skills.

Level:
Beginner

Gender Preference:
Preferably female

Meeting options:
Available online - via skype etc.

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