Everyone is a Storyteller
by Mick Elliott
Description
Enter the imagination of best-selling author, illustrator and kids’ TV producer Mick Elliott as he reveals his secrets for creating characters and twisted tales that readers adore in books like The Turners, Squidge Dibley, Mr Duckins’ Chickens, Grandmas in Grand Cars and his new graphic novel, URANUS FC.
This dynamic, interactive session is an opportunity for kids to hear first-hand from one of Australia’s funniest and most energetic storytellers as he recounts the chaotic creative processes behind his books.
Along the way, young readers will discover many tips and tricks for telling stories of their own. There might even be live drawings and prizes!
Topics Covered
- The craft of creating stories.
- Where do ideas come from?
- How real life inspires imagination.
- Creating chapters books, picture books and graphic novels.
Details
Audience
Stage 1 – 4
Duration
Requirements
AV screen / data project or smart screen required. Mick presents from his Macbook laptop, ideally connecting to a screen via HDMI input. Whiteboard for live drawing demonstrations. For presentations in larger spaces such as halls, please provide a hand-held microphone.