Do you like fantasy stories? Action? Adventure? Sci-fi? Now you can learn to write those stories and more, complete with worlds, characters, and compelling storylines. Share your stories with your group and get feedback for better drafts and finalized stories you can share!
Creative Writing 1
Begin a daily writing practice, with discussion, feedback and drafts.
Creative Writing 2
Strengthen your use of language, character, dialogue, setting and plot.
Creative Writing through Reading
Examine literature and literary techniques to learn about different approaches to style, such as point of view, metaphor and tropes.
Short Fiction/Creative Non-Fiction 1
Learn the building blocks of short story writing by examining published works from great authors. Write your own short story and review the work of classmates with feedback from an experienced instructor.
Short Fiction/Creative Non-Fiction 2
Learn to write the perfect passage, the differences between fiction and non-fiction, and an emphasis on your personal style.
Memories into Stories
Explore the nature of memoir and related genres, as you translate your life experiences, memories and dreams into your voice and style.
| LENGTH OF COURSE | INSTRUCTOR | COST | Pay-what-you-can |
|---|---|---|---|
| If cost is ever a barrier to your child participating, we want you to know that every one of Extra Ed’s programs allows for a pay-what-you-can option to ensure everyone can get an extraordinary education, and no one is left behind. And for every student enrolled, we plant a tree! It’s win-win-win. |
Available To: Ages 9-18
Available In-class, Lunch Clubs, After School Clubs, Before School Clubs
Available In: English and French
This course is designed to complement the existing school curriculum
An Extraordinary Education
- Creative Writing promotes self-expression.
- Creative Writing provides clarity of thought.
- Creative Writing fosters empathy and communication skills.