Writing Ghost Stories Workshop

by Jack Henseleit

Description

Gather around an (imaginary) campfire and conjure up original tales of terror in this guided workshop with author Jack Henseleit. Students will spend an hour learning about ghosts, ghouls, and the traces they leave behind, using a worksheet to perfect the art of spooky storytelling.

Includes live storytelling and time for a Q&A with Jack! (Warning: Jack will try to make the students jump in fright!)

Topics covered:
* Writing interesting heroes and villains
* Planning and structuring short stories
* Researching and developing creative ideas

Details

Audience

Primary Students (Grades 4 to 6)

Duration

60 minutes

Requirements

Data projector; writing materials for each student. Jack will email through a worksheet to be printed and handed out to each student on the day, and will bring a PowerPoint presentation on a USB stick (to be projected).

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