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Writing classes for kids (Perth WA)

We recently had an email from a family wanting to know about creative writing classes/workshops for kids in Perth. WritingWA have published a list of classes on offer for Young Writers in Perth — the list includes classes running in term-time and in the school holidays.

Visit the WritingWA site and check out the list for a class near you.

If you can’t get to a class, you might like a website called Writing Classes for Kids that offers downloadable lessons.

Happy writing!

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Kids’ workshops, July 2011 (NSW)

Can I cuddle the moon? (cover)ILLUSTRATING WORKSHOP with children’s illustrator, Lisa Stewart

Kids aged 8–12 will use Washi (Japanese) papers combined with drawing to create original works of art.

When: Tues 5 July  2011, 9am–12.30pm.

Cost: $50 per student. All materials provided.

Book early! RSVP to The Children’s Bookshop, 6 Hannah St, Beecroft NSW. Email staff@thechildrensbookshop.com.au or tel 9481 8811.


Thai-riffic! (cover)WRITING WORKSHOP with Oliver Phommavanh, author of Thai-riffic!

9–12 year olds can explore the writing process, learn how to develop plot, character and setting.

When: Wed 6 July 2011, 9am–12.30pm

Cost: $50 per student, all materials provided

Bookings essential. RSVP early to The Children’s Bookshop, 6 Hannah St, Beecroft NSW. staff@thechildrensbookshop.com.au or tel 9481 8811.