The Little Author: Creative Arabic Writing

Little Author Course – Exploring Arabic Poetry and Language Skills for Youth

The Little Author course offers an enriching program for young learners to explore Arabic poetry through selected pieces from Ahmed Shawqi’s Youth Anthology, focusing on understanding meanings, imagery, and artistic expression. The course also incorporates the Bnan Little Author Book for grammar and spelling foundations, the Bnan Reading Journal to strengthen reading comprehension, and the Bnan Punctuation Book to master punctuation rules. Students will also engage in targeted handwriting activities to improve penmanship and develop elegant literary writing skills.

What Will Learners Study in the Little Author Course?

• Reading and analyzing selected poems from Ahmed Shawqi’s works adapted for youth.
• Understanding vocabulary, imagery, emotions, and literary beauty in classical Arabic poetry.
• Studying essential and intermediate grammar topics using the Bnan Little Author Book.
• Strengthening spelling skills through structured, practical exercises.
• Enhancing reading comprehension through the Bnan Reading Journal with reflective questions and writing prompts.
• Mastering punctuation rules using the Bnan Punctuation Book.
• Improving Arabic handwriting through guided handwriting and calligraphy practice.
• Developing oral expression skills through poetry recitation and discussion of themes and values.

Features of the Little Author Course

• A rich literary journey exploring meaningful and age-appropriate poetry by Ahmed Shawqi.
• A complete language curriculum supported by Bnan educational books: Little Author, Reading Journal, and Punctuation Book.
• A balanced mix of literary appreciation and practical language application.
• Post-reading activities that reinforce grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Focused handwriting improvement and development of elegant written expression.
• Regular assessment and personalized feedback for parents.

Expected Outcomes by the End of the Course

By the end of the Little Author Course, learners will be able to analyze poems confidently, understand deeper meanings and artistic expressions, write with correct grammar and spelling, apply punctuation accurately, and express ideas through clearer handwriting and refined literary style.