Class Descriptions
Afternoon Sessions - Writing Adventure Series
Enroll in our afternoon “Writing Adventures” series to develop and unleash the writer and artist in you. These track-out sessions will be taught by experienced teachers who approach the writing process in unique, creative ways. Enroll in a one or all of our sessions.
Discover the Writer in You: Telling Your Story
"Write what should not be forgotten…" Isabel Allende
Have you enjoyed vacations with family, visits from grandparents, the laughter and fun that only your pet can bring? These are stories waiting to be told. A writer learns how to become a writer by first writing about what he/she knows best - life experiences. This course will help you develop the skills of writing and unleash the power of the printed word. We’re waiting to hear YOUR story!
Have you enjoyed vacations with family, visits from grandparents, the laughter and fun that only your pet can bring? These are stories waiting to be told. A writer learns how to become a writer by first writing about what he/she knows best - life experiences. This course will help you develop the skills of writing and unleash the power of the printed word. We’re waiting to hear YOUR story!
Writing Fiction Through Creativity and Imagination
Stories only happen to people who can tell them." Allan Gurganus
Do you love to read humorous stories, suspense tales, adventure series or just stories in general that can take you to far away places and make time fly by? Have you always wanted to create your own tales? In this session, you will how to storyboard, develop your characters and create an exciting plot. Become a storyteller with the printed word. We all have “stories” within us, and with a little guidance and the use of your creativity and imagination you can find ways to tell them. The world is yours to create, tell and share!
Do you love to read humorous stories, suspense tales, adventure series or just stories in general that can take you to far away places and make time fly by? Have you always wanted to create your own tales? In this session, you will how to storyboard, develop your characters and create an exciting plot. Become a storyteller with the printed word. We all have “stories” within us, and with a little guidance and the use of your creativity and imagination you can find ways to tell them. The world is yours to create, tell and share!
Kids in Action: Writing to Make a Difference
"How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world."Anne Frank
You can make a difference! One small action can create a wonderful “change” reaction. How can you become a leader and bring awareness to your community? This session will focus on one social issue (environmental protection, homelessness, animal extinction, healthy living, etc.) and the leadership skills needed to implement change. Learn how to create an action plan and focus on implementing one small idea. The power of one can improve the lives of many. Be a “change agent”! Come learn with us.
You can make a difference! One small action can create a wonderful “change” reaction. How can you become a leader and bring awareness to your community? This session will focus on one social issue (environmental protection, homelessness, animal extinction, healthy living, etc.) and the leadership skills needed to implement change. Learn how to create an action plan and focus on implementing one small idea. The power of one can improve the lives of many. Be a “change agent”! Come learn with us.
Creating Memorable Characters
We all have characters from movies, books, or television
shows that stay with us. What makes these characters so memorable? Perhaps it
is their mannerisms, their sense of humor or the crazy situations they find
themselves in. This class can help you create memorable characters where you
learn how to show, not tell your tales.
Original Short Stories
We all have a story to tell, but how do you tell your story
using voice? Do you wonder what techniques good writers use when they create
their tales? Come learn how to unleash your talents and share your story.
Picture Books
Eric Carle is an author who has delighted children for years
with his picture books. Remember, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Perhaps, Goodnight Moon was one of your favorite bedtime tales. In this
class, you will learn the secrets of writing a picture book and will create a
book for the Discovery Preschool. Perhaps, your story will be the one that
inspires young children to read. Come and create.