Stepping Into Stories Kids’ Lit Fest is launching a brand new ‘Write Club’ for Lambeth kids.
This will provide free creative writing, illustration and book-creation workshops for children aged 8-11 during half terms and holidays.
The first club runs this summer on July 25th, 26th & 27th and each day includes a free lunch.
The programme gives children the chance to unleash their creativity, explore how children’s books are made, and meet some of the nation’s best loved children’s authors and illustrators.
Lucy Reynolds, delivery team, notes:
We are delighted to launch this exciting programme of workshops throughout the year.
They will fill a vital gap in school half terms and holidays, offering an exciting opportunity for local children to meet inspirational role models whilst developing their own writing and drawing skills.
We’ve carefully selected a line-up of authors, illustrators and book creators and children can expect a warm welcome, a relaxed and friendly day, and lots of fun getting immersed in children’s books! Absolutely no experience is necessary…’
Workshops launch this summer holidays at Station Hall, Herne Hill, with celebrated authors and poets including Jane Elson (How To Fly With Broken Wings), Alice Hemming (The Frozen Unicorn), Paul Lyalls (A Funny Thing Happened), Erika Meza (To The Other Side) and Doodles & Scribbles (We Are Family) .
Please visit www.steppingintostories.org/writeclub to find out more and book your place.
Write Club dates are:
● Summer Holidays: 25, 26 & 27 July 2023
● October Half Term: 25 & 26 October 2023
● February Half Term: 14 & 15 February 2024
● Easter Holidays: 2nd, 3 & 4 April 2024
● May Half Term: 29 & 30 May 2024
There is a maximum of 20 spaces per workshop so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Registration and participation are free, with lunch included. Children can book for one day or a number of days.
The workshops are funded by The Walcot Foundation and are open to Lambeth residents, aged 8-11, in receipt of Pupil Premium, free school meals, or other income-
related household benefits.
Every workshop participant will also receive a FREE FESTIVAL PASS for the Stepping Into Stories Kids’ Lit Fest 2024, which will take place in Herne Hill from 27 January – 4 February 2024.
For any questions, please email [email protected]. Have fun stepping into your own story and who knows where it may lead you!