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WRITE NOW Writing Camp for Kids

WRITE NOW Writing Camp for Kids: Building Writing Confidence in the Classroom & Beyond
June 22-26, 2009
Offered by Published Author Judith Burnett Schneider

I am hosting my fifth annual WRITE NOW Writing Camp for Kids!

The concepts and skills developed at camp carry into every subject and every form of writing. My daughter was motivated by the instructors to work hard and learn the art of writing. As always, she loved it! ~ Doug (father of a four-time camper)

Whether a student approaches writing projects with confidence or fear, the first step is to understand that writing well is not a talent but a craft that can be learned and practiced -- much like mastering an instrument or excelling in a sport.

Comfort and confidence grow from experience, and guided writing experince is what WRITE NOW offers.

WRITE NOW Writing Camp provides a creative, nurturing environment encouraging self-expression and independence. The student experience there allows campers to realize that writing can be fun, especially when practiced away from the pressures of classroom scrutiny and evaluation.

I was particularly pleased with how familiar [my daughters] became with a variety of writing styles and terms. The camp was very well-run and the activities and daily lessons were highly organized. ~ Mother of Two Campers

Here are the details.

WHO: WRITE NOW is for students entering grades 5 through 8 who want to approach writing projects, both in school and out, with increased confidence and comfort. We host students who love to write as well as those whose parents wish they did! (WRITE NOW is not a remedial program.)

WHEN: June 22-26, 2009
Choose from either morning or afternoon sessions
9:00 AM - Noon OR 1:30 - 4:30 PM

WHERE: Borders Books & Music in the Shops at Northway, Pittsburgh

WHAT: Campers will participate in Brainstretch Exercises and Round Robin Break Out Sessions to sharpen skills and techniques. Campers will also complete written projects in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.

REGISTRATION FEE: $130 ($30 nonrefundable fee)
Includes t-shirt, notebook, work folder and bound booklet of camp creations.

HOW TO REGISTER: Email judy@fatplum.com to receive a printable registation form.

SPACE IS LIMITED: We at WRITE NOW pride ourselves in the one-on-one attention and direction students receive. Our faculty:student ratio is 1:4 at most, so registrations are handled on a first-received, first-served basis.

[My son] was excited about the camp and looked forward to coming each day. He's talking about writing a trilogy! ~ Sharon

CONTACT: Email judy@fatplum.com for printable registration form or for additional information.

Posted by Judy on March 19, 2009
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