register now for the next workshop! SCHEDULE & LOCATION



Please contact me first before registering to ensure classes are not over-filled! Class subject to enrollment (min 2; max 12).
Phone: 949.370.4412
Email: ronni@ronnirowland.com


Location:
The Writers Workshop
(in the Alicia Business Center)
24002 Via Fabricante, Suite 225
Mission Viejo, CA 92691


Download Workshop Brochure &
Registration Form (PDF)


Got questions?

CLICK HERE FOR WORKSHOP FAQ'S

 

  • The 10:30 am class for grades 2-5 will emphasize fun, hands-on activities in class, with the majority of writing being finished at home.
  • The 12:30 pm class for grades 6-8 will emphasize discussion and writing in class, as well as additional writing at home.
  • For ALL students, I emphasize creativity, experimentation, exploration, and developing & sharing your unique "voice" on the page.


Approved vendor for Sky Mountain Charter School. (Listed under Veronica Rowland - Ronni Rowland.)

Bring a pen, a sense of adventure & let’s write! (Every writer needs a favorite pen!)

THE WRITERS WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

Join me for an interactive, supportive, & FUN workshop for kids.

WORKSHOP 1:

Tuesdays, Aug 31, Sept 7, 14, 21:
Grades 2 - 5: 10:30 - 11:30 am - CLASS FULL
Grades 6 - 8: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

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Thursdays, Sept 2, 9, 16, 23:
Grades 2 - 5: 10:30 - 11:30 am

  • Week 1: Merry Unbirthday: You are cordially invited to your unbirthday party. Don't be late for this very important date!
  • Week 2: Diary of a ______ Kid: Wimpy? Wild? Witty? Wise? Wicked? Wacky? Weird? Wrinkly? Wonderful!
  • Week 3: Recipe for Trouble: Get your main character into trouble! Add 1 cup of conflict and a dash of danger. Mix well.
  • Week 4: Welcome to Mystery Theater: When the lights go down, hold on to your hats, dear writers, because something sneaky is lurking among us.


Tuition:
$76 (includes all materials)


WORKSHOP 2:

Tuesdays, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Grades 6 - 8: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

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Wednesdays, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27:
Grades 2 - 6: 3 - 4 pm

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Thursdays, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am

  • Week 1: Bug Off! Entomologists needed for identifying rare creepy crawlies!
  • Week 2: Cartoons & Comics: Create a comic strip through dialogue and illustrations.
  • Week 3: I Don't Like Green Eggs and Ham: Writing a story in rhyme...or not!
  • Week 4: Stories that Go "Bump!" in the Night: Writing your own scary story.


Tuition:
$76 (includes all materials)


WORKSHOP 3:

Tuesdays, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Grades 6 - 8: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

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Wednesdays, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1:
Grades 2 - 6: 3 - 4 pm

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Thursdays, Nov 4, 10 (Wed), 18, Dec 2:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am

  • Week 1: Welcome to Writers Airlines: Prepare for Takeoff! Highlighting the setting of a story in a travel brochure.
  • Week 2: Make a Face: Creating your main character through art and words.
  • Week 3: Top-Secret Mission: Spy gadgets, code names, clues & more.
  • Week 4: Smile for the Camera: Using photography as story starters.


Tuition:
$76 (includes all materials)


WORKSHOP 4:

Tuesdays, Dec 7, 14, Jan 4, 11:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Grades 6 - 8: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

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Wednesdays, Dec 1, 8, 15, Jan 5:
Grades 2 - 6: 3 - 4 pm

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Thursdays, Dec 9, 16, Jan 6, 13:
Grades 2 - 6: 10:30 - 11:30 am

  • Week 1: LEGO, Lincoln Logs & more! Construct -- and then write about -- a setting.
  • Week 2: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids! Now We Live in a Snow Globe: Writing a small tale about life on the inside.
  • Week 3: Hanging Out: Cliff hangers to keep your readers on the edge of their seats and hanging by a thread.
  • Week 4: Cloudy with a 100% Chance of Brainstorming: Writing a group story.


Tuition:
$76 (includes all materials)

BEHIND THE SCENES

In this supportive, FUN environment, kids will explore a variety of writing styles & story elements.

Join me for The Writers Workshop for Kids, grades 2 & up.

Your children will explore & experiment with:

  • Idea generation through music, art, drama, literary works, brainstorming & collaboration
  • Creative & critical thinking
  • Prewriting, writing, sharing, revising, publishing
  • Different writing styles
  • Peer reviews & feedback
  • Learning there are no wrong words, only "write" words!

 

What parents/kids are saying:

"Thanks for being a great teacher. You really boosted [my son's] self esteem. He really enjoys writing more and is writing longer stories."

C.A., Irvine,
Mother of 4th grade boy


"Your class was an answer to prayers. She came home and would not stop writing."

D.P., Redlands,
Mother of 3rd grade girl


"They have had a great time with the treasure hunt theme... they even created a series of 'snares' in their room to protect their treasure!

I asked them about doing another 6 classes, and they both cheered! They have really enjoyed the first session, and I'm noticing a lot less reluctance in their writing!"

A.K., Ladera Ranch,
Mother of two boys, grades 2 and 4


"My son loves the class and immediately said yes to coming again."

M.G., Mission Viejo,
Mother of 3rd grade boy


"I’m glad that we are able to put him in your class again. We really see that he has grown. I really think it’s the work that he has learned from being in your class."

L.W.,Orange,
Mother of 2nd grade boy