Hold On To Me (Intermediate Creative Writing)

Divorce is messy, human, and rarely one person's fault—and that's exactly what makes it powerful to write about. This collaborative creative writing unit uses X Ambassadors' "Unsteady" to inspire small groups to craft a grounded, contemporary multi-part story about a couple separating. Working in roles (Character Designer, Lore Master, Plotter, Writer), students create two fully realized spouses, a supporting cast of family and friends, and a timeline that shows how love unravels. Includes an icebreaker, historical and cultural context on divorce, literary mentor texts, craft tips, character creation sheets, plot outline tools, and a full teacher's guide with rubrics and pacing support. Perfect for intermediate creative writing, workshops, or sub plans. No prep stress—just print and go.