I offer schools the opportunity to provide their students with a chance to work with me to write a short essay or children’s book. I will meet with the staff to outline what this experience will look like at their school because it will vary depending upon the ages and abilities of the students. Ideally this workshop would use a small group format, but can be adapted based on the needs and desires of the school personnel.
Students will either receive a visual writing prompt or a engage in a self-reflection exercise that enables them to decide what they would like to write about. I will facilitate a discussion about the assignment. If it is a short essay, we will outline the components of a good essay and use the same terminology that is utilized at their school. If the students will be writing a children’s book, we will discuss the importance of creating the setting, introducing the characters, identifying the topic or problem to be solved and tying up the story with a strong conclusion. I will share specific writing techniques that I’ve used that have worked well for me with the students. Students will have the option of including illustrations to their work.
The actual writing will take place over a series of days/weeks, depending upon the schedule that is created by the school. Students can send me rough drafts for feedback if they wish via email. I will make at least 2 school visits, either in person or virtually.
When the finished product has been completed, there will be a writing celebration and an opportunity for the students to share their work with their fellow writers and others who are deemed appropriate by the school. The students will receive a certificate of completion from me at the celebration ceremony.
Please use my contact page to inquire about fees and availability.