Watching Christina work with her student on creative writing was truly inspiring. The student, who typically struggles with a lack of interest in English, was completely drawn into the lesson, thanks to Christina’s engaging and dynamic approach. From the very beginning, it was clear that Christina was not just teaching; she was creating an environment where the student could see the value and fun in writing.

She started the lesson by asking her student if there is any topic of interest that would engage him in English, whether it be for creative writing or reading. Throughout the lesson, her enthusiasm never wavered. She guided the student through the key elements of narrative writing—setting, characters, and plot—while making the process feel like an exciting challenge rather than a chore. When the student struggled to come up with ideas, Christina offered prompts that sparked his imagination. This small tweak turned a challenging moment into a creative opportunity.

In addition to working on narrative writing, Christina also focused on spelling during the lesson. Recognising that spelling can be a challenge for her student, she approached it in a way that kept him engaged. Instead of traditional drills, Christina used creative strategies to make spelling more interactive. She encouraged the student to break words down into smaller parts and sound them out, turning each word into a manageable piece.

What was truly special was how Christina used positive reinforcement. Every time the student made progress, whether it was coming up with an interesting character or describing a scene vividly, or spelling a word correctly, Christina praised him with genuine excitement. By the end of the session, the student had written a short narrative, and mastered some difficult words. Although he still didn’t love English, his attitude had shifted. Thanks to Christina’s patient and engaging approach, the lesson was both productive and enjoyable.

Tira Rustom