Welcome to "Her Own Words: Creative Writing and Confidence Skills", a confidence based creative writing class designed for kids aged 9-12! This class is ongoing, so students are welcome to join anytime! 

In this dynamic and interactive environment, young writers will learn the art of storytelling from different perspectives, explore various genres, and understand the value of constructive feedback. Students will practice the steps of the writing process (brainstorming, outlining, first draft, revising, editing, applying feedback, and final draft), when appropriate. In this safe and collaborative space, students will also learn confidence building skills to help hone their voice. 

Each class will follow the same structure:

Welcome and Icebreaker (5 minutes)
Genre/Skill Instruction (15 minutes)
Activity/Prompt (15 minutes)
Dismissal Fun :) (5 minutes)

Genre/Skill Instruction Schedule (for the first four weeks):

Week of October 2nd: Intro to Journaling
Week of October 9th: Journaling Techniques and Styles
Week of October 16th: Using and Creating Journal Prompts
Week of October 23rd: Writing Using a Journaling Style

Each month we will cover a different style of creative writing. Monthly themes will repeat the following year but with different elements and examples.

January: Song Writing
February: Adventure Quests
March: Fables
April: Comics/Graphic Novels 
May: Poetry/Prose 
June: Mysteries
July: Alternate Endings to Classic Stories
August: Choose Your Own Adventure Stories
September: Journaling
October: Character Development
November: Story Telling/Narrative
December: Fantasy Writing

In my experience teaching and coaching girls, I like to create a safe space for students to feel empowered to grow. I keep the conversation flowing, and I include and engage all students in the group. I model confidence through my teaching style and calm strength. I feel lucky to have the opportunity to work with students and to provide skills that will aid them on their limitless journeys!

Please note: This class is open to all learners, but will specifically benefit girl students by allowing them a girl-centered, safe space to explore their voice and ideas.