Explore writing as art form!

Whether your child is a gamer, a nature lover, a journaler, or a storyteller, we’ve got a class for them. 

Preview each of our offerings below, then click the images for more information and to register. 

  • Comic Strip Capers

Dive into the world of sequential art, learning to craft stories through scripting, sketching, inking, lettering, and coloring. The class culminates in a polished mini-comic. No advanced drawing skills required! 

  • Elementary Writing: Story Switcheroo

Dive into a playful remix of classic fairy tales—reimagining beloved plots and characters. Enjoy imaginative play, lighthearted writing activities, and story-twisting challenges designed to spark original storytelling. 

  • Elementary Writing: Telling Tales

 Explore tall tales, myths, and legends from around the world! Kids and parents team up to transform classic lore into fresh, personal tales—as your child learns to both tell and write their own stories aloud and on the page. 

  • Fan Fiction

Teens to dive into worlds they already love—whether from books, movies, games, or TV—as they craft compelling stories with familiar characters and settings. Explore story structure, character arcs, instructor feedback, and the art of revision—all while writing a final one‑shot or chapter. 

  • Gamers Write!

Where gamers become storytellers!  Participants build original characters, roll dice to determine plot twists, collaborate on quests, and develop stories filled with action and imagination—all while gaining writing confidence through game‑inspired prompts and peer interaction. 

  • Journaling Jumpstart

Personal expression takes center stage! Writers learn the mechanics and magic of journaling by exploring self‑expression, reflection, and personal storytelling. Wonderful for kids who want to build a habit of writing and gain confidence in the power of their own voice. 

  • Nature Journaling

Children and their families step outside to observe, sketch, and write about the world around them—turning backyard walks into creative, cross‑curricular journaling adventures. Students learn how to notice details, record observations, and grow their voice through thoughtful nature-based prompts and reflection. 

  • Playing with Poetry: Discovery

 A gentle, imaginative intro to poetry. Explore poetic language as a playful, inviting way to grow writing skills, while learning to listen to tone, rhythm, structure, and theme. Families experiment with free verse, visual poetry, cinquain, haiku, and tanka. 

  • Playing with Poetry: Exploration

Families embark on a relaxed, imaginative journey into poetry, discovering how playful language and everyday topics can spark creativity. Explore poetic devices like metaphor, rhyme, and personification, while crafting poems in a supportive, low-pressure environment.

  • Scriptwriting

Students explore the art of screenwriting by analyzing film structure, crafting dynamic characters, and mastering dialogue to create compelling scenes. They'll engage in writing exercises, receive personalized feedback, and share their work in a collaborative environment, enhancing their storytelling skills and deepening their appreciation for cinematic narratives

  • Worldbuilding

This creative journey invites students to design their own immersive worlds, drawing inspiration from beloved settings like Middle-Earth, Narnia, and Wakanda. They'll explore elements such as geography, culture, and history, culminating in a portfolio of freewrites, maps, and timelines ready to inspire stories, role-playing campaigns, or board games. 


Highlights of these courses:

  • Four weeks long and asynchronous, for maximum flexibility
  • Capped at 25 students who interact with each other, writer's workshop-style
  • Includes a live instructor giving personalized feedback to help writers grow
  • Let your child's imagination run wild, with the support of experienced writing coaches and a welcoming community of peers. 

Enroll now and watch your creative writer thrive!

Word on the Street