Join Middle Grade Author Steven K. Smith for an Engaging 2-Day Writing Workshop for Ages 8 through 12.
Steven will lead students through writing exercises, creativity games, and lessons about how to write a great story. We’ll cover topics like description, rough drafts, characters, and we’ll even build our own mystery together! The 2-day writing workshop will be virtual, conducted online through Zoom.
2-DAY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
DAY 1: Intro to stories, using description, building characters, writing exercises
DAY 2: Rough drafts, creating our own mystery together
2-Day Writing Workshop
Date: Tuesday, February 8 and Wednesday, February 9
Times: 11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON ET
Where: Online via Zoom
Who: Girls/Boys Age 8-12
Price: $49 (includes both days)
Steven K. Smith is the author of sixteen books for middle-grade readers across his The Virginia Mysteries, Brother Wars, and Final Kingdom series. The Virginia State Literacy Association chose Shadows at Jamestown as a 2019-20 Virginia Readers’ Choice elementary title. Steven’s books have sold over 300,000 copies, and he has spoken at more than 200 elementary and middle schools. Steven lives in Richmond, Virginia, with his wife, three sons, and a golden retriever.
Here’s what parents have said about Steven’s past writing workshops:
My kids were so engaged. It’s particularly hard to get pre-teen[s] interested in writing, but as I watched them this week, I saw enthusiasm and engagement.
This format is a huge blessing…our son has autism…Despite his talents and love for writing and art, a traditional camp experience…would be very difficult for him to participate in. This has been ideal…I’m more grateful than I can say.
My 10-year-old son loved this camp. He is not a huge fan of writing or virtual anything. He agreed to sign up because his love for reading and Steve’s books are some of his favorites… I have overheard him telling his friends to sign up for the camp because it was so fun.
My 11-year-old son…really enjoy[ed] the experience… it was important to see him create and collaborate with others. We highly recommend the experience.