Creative Writing

Description

STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 3-4

In this week-long session children will learn to write amazing mysteries, poems, fantasies, and personal narratives. Popular stories by famous children's authors will be read aloud and discussed.

Children will learn to write clearly, edit their compositions, and produce a polished final draft. This creative writing course will improve literacy and language skills, develop critical thinking, and reinforces many of the skills needed for achievement tests. Through writing, children learn to convey their ideas clearly and compellingly, which is crucial for effective interpersonal interactions and influencing others. 

Writing teaches children to organize and express their thoughts logically. Structuring narratives, essays, or arguments helps them learn how to introduce, develop, and conclude their points, which is essential for persuasive communication. Creative writing enhances children's ability to choose words that best convey their message. Having a rich vocabulary is essential for effective communication. As children learn to use descriptive language, analogies, and metaphors to make their writing more compelling and engaging.

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Details

Date & Time:

July 21-25, 2025
Monday-Friday from 10:00AM-11:30AM

Instructor: 

Barb Dennis

Location: 

LCCC Main Campus, IL 114

Questions? Contact us: 

Christina Villar, cvillar@lorainccc.edu, 440-366-4038