This class is taught in English.

Students will learn how to write an interesting story with characters who are full of personality in a fascinating setting. They'll write a bunch of ideas for their beginning, middle and end. They'll learn how to write a scene and they'll start the scene in the workshop. 

I'm a published novelist with both a journalism degree and an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults, and I've taught for over twenty-five years. I worked as the first curriculum director of WriteGirl LA and developed the  organization's multi-sensory and interactive approach to writing, which has won WriteGirl a lot of acclaim. I understand how sensitive the creative process can be, and my goal is always to make my students feel more joyful and empowered by using their own unique voice to tell stories.

I'll give them a PDF at the end of the class to help them brainstorm more about their story on their own and to keep writing any time they are stuck. I will be screen-sharing to help them understand how to do the fun experiments around character and setting. These screens have been developed on Canva and they will help the kids draw and brainstorm their story.