Tailored specifically for students entering 4th through 6th grades, the elementary-school version of our Emerging Writers Institute is an immersive summer writing camp for kids that teaches foundational skills, including communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving. Our hands-on writing camps expose young learners to basic fiction writing principles in a fun and supportive environment. With a unique, workshop-based approach to learning, the camp curriculum emphasizes the complete writing process, from initial idea to finished publication. Unlike other youth writing camps, our program – held on the campuses of top U.S. universities – helps students learn to think and communicate like young authors.
Writing Camp for Kids at a Glance
- Grade Level: Rising 4-6 (Grade after summer)
- Available Options: Commuter, Residential, or Online camps
- Duration: 5 days for online camps; 6 days for in-person camps
Emerging Writers Institute for Elementary Students
Learning Outcomes
- Participate in engaging writing workshops exploring concepts including character development, plot structure, setting, and conflict.
- Develop original ideas through interactive storytelling games, creative writing prompts, and other hands-on activities.
- Strengthen writing, editing, and revision skills through individualized instructor feedback and guidance.
- Reimagine classic fairy tales and create an original fractured fairy tale to be published in a class storybook and presented during a final Story Slam.
- Learn to give and receive constructive feedback through peer critiques.
- Build confidence in creative expression through writing.