Young Adventurers: Beginner D&D Character Creation Workshop (Dungeons & Dragons)
In this one-time class, learners will craft a unique and exciting character that can be used to play Dungeons and Dragons 5E (or just for fun). Explore the exciting world of tabletop gaming and RPGs in a safe environment just for beginners.
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this one-time online D&D Character Creation Workshop designed for kids aged 8-12, young adventurers will delve into the imaginative process of character creation, crafting their unique heroes or heroines by selecting races (ie elves, men, dwarves, etc), classes, and backgrounds. This class is an excellent way to dip your toes into the exciting world of Dungeons & Dragons and tabletop RPG gaming. Throughout the workshop, students will also discuss basics of D&D, including the fundamental rules and concepts of the game. By the end of this workshop, students will have a solid understanding of the core mechanics of D&D and will have created their very own character, ready for epic quests and adventures in the fantastical realms of tabletop role-playing games. (PSST--if you love this class, be sure to enroll in the follow up course, a 6-week beginner adventure that will take you on an epic journey and teach you the basic mechanics of the game as you go! Here is the link: https://outschool.com/classes/young-adventurers-dnd-academy-dungeons-and-dragons-for-the-absolute-beginner-6BQVuRPV?usid=7ZOYiLMn&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link)
Learning Goals
Students will learn the fundamental rules and concepts of Dungeons & Dragons, and acquire the skills needed to create their own unique characters, complete with races, classes, and backgrounds, to embark on exciting adventures in the imaginative world of tabletop role-playing games.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents should be aware that while Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) can be a fantastic and educational game for kids aged 8-12, it does involve some mature themes such as combat, magic, and fantasy violence. Additionally, the game relies on reading and math skills, so younger players may require some guidance or simplified rules. The instructor will guide the group to be sure that gameplay remains age-appropriate and comfortable for all of the participants.
Supply List
Optional: a dice set appropriate for use during DnD.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Shiny Happy Kids teachers have been working with students ages 3-18 in a variety of settings, from art schools and STEAM labs to libraries, summer camps, forest school, and even RPG game tables. One thing we all have in common is a dedication to creating safe, positive, inclusive spaces and experiences where kids can connect, experiment, be challenged, share their passions, and just be their wonderful selves. We want you to SHINE!
From Mr. B:
I've been playing D&D for about seven years now, starting back in 2016 as a player, but quickly transitioned into DMing back in 2017. I've DMed many homebrew campaigns before, creating my own storylines, NPCs, monsters, and enemies for players to combat in game. Storytelling and writing are huge passions of mine, and D&D is one of the best methods of getting audiences invested into a story, as you make audiences become quite literally apart of the narrative that you created for them to experience. I'm also experienced in teaching online D&D classes to kids, as I've DMed online D&D campaigns for about a year for another Outschool organization know as Trammell Classes. The age range for the kids I DMed for was 9-14, and while teaching at Trammell Classes, my D&D courses received multiple 5-star reviews from parents. A lot of D&D is also centered around team-building and making connections with other players, so in my online D&D courses I try my best to create scenarios in game where players will have to work together to overcome an obstacle.
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Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-9 learners per class