JMB Writing Group
Materials needed:
Paper or a journal Pen or pencil A desire to explore writing Imagination |
Goal: Exploring creative writing--for self-expression, for gaining fluency, for publication, and for fun.
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Writing allows you to express who you are, how you think, and how you react to others.
What is your age? Where were you born? What is your home like? What are your talents? Astrological sign? Favorite color? Discover your Myers-Briggs type to help you to set goals for independent writing. |
Writing a children's book step by step . . . |
Brainstorming
JMB Books
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Plan and Draft by Hand
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Using the Interactive Book-builder
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Work with Experts Visit an Elementary School
Listen to a reading by a local author, ask questions and give feedback. Pitch your story idea during the brainstorm, pre-writing and drafting stages.
Learn to read for children and practice before the elementary school field trip. |
Celebrate the publication of your original book by visiting an area elementary school . Read your book to students, answer their questions and ask your own as a visiting author.
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