Creative Writer’s Workshop for Ages 8-12
About The Class:
When: Tuesdays, October 1st – December 17th, 4:30-5:45 (no class on Nov. 26), for a total of 11 sessions
Where: TaborSpace on SE Belmont and 54th Avenue
Who: Ages 8-12
Cost: $295
Do you want to write your own creative stories? This is the place to get inspired, write, share, and grow alongside other students who also want to write, guided by a skilled and experienced writing teacher. You will receive support and individual feedback that will help you become a better writer and feel proud of what you have accomplished.
About Sarah:
Sarah is passionate about writing and her enjoyment for it is contagious. She allows students to write about topics that matter to them and moves at the student’s pace, teaching them skills in the process. She has inspired the writing of hundreds of students across Portland in after-school writer’s workshops, summer camps, university classes, and online. She is a writer and a writing teacher with a masters degree in education and over 25 years of teaching experience.
What you can expect:
- Meet Tuesdays, October 1st – December 16th, 4:30-5:45 at TaborSpace on SE Belmont St.
- Learn in-person in a warm and welcoming small-group setting.
- Improve as a writer and get inspired through discussions and short lessons that inspire creative ideas and teach writing skills that develop the setting, character, plot and sensory details of your story and more.
- Write the stories you want to write. Share your writing (always optional) and receive immediate feedback.
- Receive written feedback from Sarah each week about what you are doing well.
What makes this class special:
In this class, you are in the driver’s seat. You are free to write your stories, change your mind, get inspired, ask for help, …whatever you need. Participants share the creative process of writing, the joys and challenges, the nuances and self-discoveries, guided by an experienced teacher and writer. You will strengthen your writing skills and reach your goals in a supportive, safe group.
What you will gain:
- Time – This class is a time and place to step outside of the pressures of life and drop into timeless focus to write.
- Momentum – You will gain momentum on your story as the weeks progress.
- Learning – Each week we will discuss a specific tool or skill for strong writing. You will build your skills as you write.
- Community – Writing is often a solitary act, and writing in a group can bring connection and support that adds joy and productivity to the process.
- Accomplishment – You can set your own goals and reach them.
Limited Seating
This class is in-person and is limited to 10 participants. Register now and bring your writing to the next level.
See you on Tuesdays! I can’t wait to write with you.
Above: A past Writer’s Workshop at TaborSpace
Below: Sarah and her dog, Koda
