Many gifted students love to write but may not be able to craft stories that follow the traditional story arc. This session presents strategies for teaching gifted adolescents literary elements and short story writing by analyzing the classic short stories of O’Henry. Using these techniques, students will be able to create prose that follows the classic short story form. Additionally, by framing the concept of perspective, students also learn how to use their own worldviews to enhance their writings. Examples of lessons and assessments that demonstrate the teaching and learning of classic writing is shared.