Peek Inside a WorkshopTeaching creative writing online has its own challenges and joys, and we wanted to share a little of the joy with you and offer a glimpse inside an online workshop.
Recently we taught an energetic group of primary school students for the first time. We were thrilled to welcome a large group as many kids have struggled to get online at all. The students dialled in from a range of locations including the kitchen table, their rooms and backyards. Some Year 2 students were even jumping on a trampoline throughout the class, or hanging off monkey bars at the park, all while still coming up with terrific creative ideas - impressive!
One student took his notebook to the park and wrote an excellent story plan about his cat. Another 7 year-old requested a private conversation with our storyteller to let her know that his brother 'sucks', before the brother joined the conversation to say hi! Many Year 3 students were so excited to be involved our storytellers explained we needed to mute them unless they needed to add something to the discussion. They all promptly unmuted themselves to shout 'OKAY!'
Over 90% of these students completed a poem or story plan as part of this workshop - a huge achievement! They're all from heavily locked-down areas of Sydney, and we're so proud of their enthusiasm, resilience and achievements. | 
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