Writing workshops for kids
Author Joanne Lécuyer offers fun and interactive workshops for kids that touch on a variety of writing topics and styles. Workshops are aimed primarily at children from 9 to 12 (grades 4-6). Class/group size: 10 to 35 children (approx).
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Each workshop is $225 per 90 minute session ($375 for two sessions at the same venue) plus travel from Gatineau and accommodation, if necessary. Email Joanne at topsybooks@gmail.com or call 819-639-7789 to book your workshop.
Interactive Workshops
Story Writing
Writing workshop for kids where we explore the 4 basic elements of a story: Characters, Setting, Plot and Resolution. [more…]
Exploring Dialogue
Writing workshop for kids where we explore how to write dialogue using a comic strip approach.
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The Main Character
Writing workshop for kids where we explore the importance of developing and describing the main character in a story.
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Graffiti Mural
Writing workshop for kids where we explore the mindful use of graffiti. [more…]
Joanne has delivered 3 workshops to our students and always leaves them wanting more. They (the students) want to know when she will be back and what they will be doing. In May 2012, we asked her to give her “Exploring Dialogue” workshop which really appealed to our students because of the cartoon element. Creating comic strips was a perfect idea to spark the imagination and explore dialogue. The students were so engaged in the comic strip creation that even after they spent two hours sitting down, working at it, they still asked to continue in the afternoon. Some even planned to write a few more “books”. Joanne is warm and extremely approachable and the students can sense these traits. They listen to what she has to say without interruption and value her opinions and suggestions.