Welcome to Young Writers' Institute

Build confidence and skills in our fun, creative workshops.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to walk with the dinosaurs, sail the seas with Vikings, or watch the rise of the pyramids of Egypt? In our imaginations, we will “travel” to many different times and places and write from the perspectives of those who lived long ago!

Through our "Time Travelers" theme, students will write a variety of pieces, including stories, poetry, research reports, and essays. Students begin each project immersed in reading and art experiences to inspire and spark unique ideas. Each piece is taken through the writing process as students are guided to brainstorm, draft, revise, edit, publish, and share their work. At the end of the each workshop, students will have completed several short pieces and one main project that reflects the theme and the skills taught in the workshop.

From these workshops, parents and students can expect:

- small-group and 1-1 guidance in the completion of a variety of writing and art projects

- a focus on organization and elaboration of ideas

- reading for meaning from theme-related texts

- vocabulary development

- direct grammar and mechanics instruction

- individualized instruction through the revising and editing process

- support from a true writers' community

- a low-stress environment that facilitates creative thinking and confidence.

We'd love to have your author join us! Classes are limited to ten students, so register early!

2020-2021 Workshops

Prehistoric Earth

On our longest trip back in time, we will travel millions (or maybe even billions!) of years into the past. We will read and write about the strange landscapes and even stranger creatures of primitive Earth.

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, August 25-September 29

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, August 26-September 30

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, August 28-October 2

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, August 29-October 3

2:00-3:30

Ancient Egypt

Prehistoric Earth

The ancient Egyptians developed one of the earliest and most fascinating civilizations. With our books and pencils in hand, let's sail down the Nile, build some pyramids, and maybe even meet some mummies!

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, October 13-November 17

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, October 14-November 18

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, October 16-November 20

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, October 17-November 21

2:00-3:30

Viking Voyages

Prehistoric Earth

Medieval Castles and Knights

Incredible voyages, strong warriors, and a culture steeped in magic and mythology make the Vikings so interesting and fun to read and write about! Hop on our longship and join us for an amazing adventure!

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, December 1-January 19

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, December 2-January 20

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, December 4-January 22

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, December 5 - January 23

2:00-3:30

(This session includes a two-week break for the winter holidays, December 19-January 3)

Medieval Castles and Knights

Visit Medieval Europe with us to read and write all about castles, kings and queens, and battles big and small. Become a chivalrous knight, storm a drawbridge, and ride in a joust!

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, February 2-March 9

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, February 3-March 10

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, February 5-March 12

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, February 6-March 13

2:00-3:30

The Age of Exploration

Medieval Castles and Knights

Pirates of the High Seas

By the 1400s, people had the technology and the motivation to seek out what lay beyond their own lands, and a new Age of Exploration had begun. Come with us as we follow their paths, imagine their discoveries, and write their stories!

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, March 16-April 27

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, March 17-April 28

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, March 19-April 30

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, March 20-May 1

2:00-3:30

(This session includes a one-week break for WCPSS spring break, March 27-April 4)

Pirates of the High Seas

Medieval Castles and Knights

Pirates of the High Seas

As ocean travel flourished in the 1700s and 1800s, the seas were full of dangerous pirates. What was a pirate's life like? Find out as we read and write about Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, Captain Jack, Madame Cheng, and other fearsome pirates!

Choose a class time:

Tuesdays, May 4-June 8

4:30-6:00pm

Wednesdays, May 5-June 9

10:00-11:30am (homeschool)

Fridays, May 7-June 11

4:30-6:00pm

Saturdays, May 8-June 12

2:00-3:30

Registration Information

Please use the form below only to register. If you have questions before registration, please email trianglekidswrite@gmail.com

Workshops fill quickly. Please register as soon as possible for any and all workshops you would like your child to attend.

If your child will miss more than one of the classes in a workshop due to his or her previously scheduled activities/events, please select a different workshop.

All workshops are $160 for six 90-minute classes.

You will receive an invoice before the workshop begins. Without exception, if payment is not received by the invoice due date, your child will be removed from the workshop so that we may add a student from the wait list.

If payment is a hardship that will prevent your child from attending classes or workshops at Young Writers Institute, please contact us. We can find a solution!

Thank you! We look forward to working with your child.

Young Writers' Institute

Young Writers' Institute

Writing Adventures for Grades 3-4 presents...

TIME TRAVELERS

Build confidence and skills in our fun, creative workshops.

2020-2021 Workshops

Prehistoric Earth

Prehistoric Earth

Prehistoric Earth

Ancient Egypt

Prehistoric Earth

Prehistoric Earth

Viking Voyages

Prehistoric Earth

Medieval Castles and Knights

Medieval Castles and Knights

Medieval Castles and Knights

Medieval Castles and Knights

The Age of Exploration

Medieval Castles and Knights

Pirates of the High Seas

Pirates of the High Seas

Medieval Castles and Knights

Pirates of the High Seas

Registration Information

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