Children's Literature and Fiction Writing Workshop

"Literature records the depths and heights of the human experience.  It can develop compassion by educating the heart as well as the mind.  It can help children entertain new ideas, develop insights they never had before.  It can stretch the imagination, creating new experiences, enriching old ones.  It can develop a sense of what is true and just and beautiful."
-- Charlotte Huck

This is a unique course that starts with a fascinating journey through several classics in children’s literature and blossoms into a hands-on children’s fiction-writing workshop.  From Hans Christian Andersen to Harry Potter, we will examine the visions these works present of childhood, of the world, philosophy, sociology, ideology, and morality.  These literary treasures contain the imagery and symbolism, the archetypes and motifs that speak to the universal human endeavor -- our passions, virtues and vices, socially constructed views of aesthetics, etc. -- helping us to understand ourselves and the world we live in.  The writing workshop portion of the class covers the many facets of creating a fictional space that is compelling and unique, whether in fairytale or fable, short story or novel. Students will have the opportunity to write, revise, and receive feedback within a supportive environment as we explore the possibilities of structure, narrative, plot, theme, characterization, setting and illustration.  Suitable for both the novice and the experienced writer, this course includes lively discussions on literary technique and style, stimulating creative activities, imaginative writing exercises, and insights into the world of children’s-book publishing from an experienced editor and writer.

Course Title: Children's Lit and Writing
Tuition Fee: RMB 3200

Summer Session: May 31st to August 2nd

Section A: Thursday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
10 weeks from May 31st to August 2nd (Course Code: LF103)
Location: ELC Learning Annex

Section B: Thursday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
10 weeks from May 31st to August 2nd (Course Code: LF104)
Location: ELC Learning Annex

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

Registration Procedure:
Please register online first to reserve your place.  You will then receive a confirmation email.  Next, payment must be made on site at the ELC Learning Annex during the payment dates  (you can come in person or send someone).

Please note: Our classes are kept small for the students' benefit (generally between 5 and 10 people), so please register early to reserve your place.  Your place in the class cannot be guaranteed until payment has been received.  Any course that does not meet sufficient enrollment may be cancelled and a full refund provided upon presentation of your original receipt.
 

For detailed information, please feel free to contact one of our program coordinators: EMAIL: info@beijing-classes.com Telephone: 8580-3111
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