AIM YOUNG WRITERS CLUB
AIM Young Writers Club is a one year programme comprising three modules to cover all aspects of creative writing. Each module is of 12 weeks and can be booked separately.
Available Courses for 7-9 year olds
Young writers Club
Foundation level- Introduction to writing techniques and vocabulary
This club is perfect for budding storytellers who need a little help clarifying their ideas and putting them on to paper. In this course, we'll introduce children to the basic elements of creative writing such as writing styles, planning, sentence structure, vocabulary, descriptive language and proofreading. They will learn different writing techniques and are encouraged to use them so that they can effectively express their ideas on to paper.
Children will complete various engaging writing activities so that they treat writing as an enjoyable activity. Each week, they will also learn new challenging words and how to retain and use them in writing and daily conversation. This is an incredible course to introduce younger children aged 7-9 year olds to the concept of creative writing or to remind reluctant writers that not all writing has to be academic in nature!
Available Courses for 10-12 year olds
Young Writers Club- Learn to write in different styles
In this club, students will learn writing techniques through activities and discussion. We'll encourage them to read as a writer. Together, we'll look at excerpts from books such as Kensuke's Kingdom by Michael Morpurgo, Gangsta Granny by David Walliams and Wonder by R.J. Palacio, for examples of figurative language, captivating beginnings, meaningful dialogues, dynamic characters, and other elements of fiction. They'll expand their creativity while learning to use setting, plot, and character development in various genres. Each week, they'll participate in some in-class writing and learn to adapt their script according to the chosen genre. This module's end goal is to ensure that children acquire the skills to turn their stories into literary masterpieces. They'll also have a deeper understanding about the importance of editing and proofreading in writing. This course is ideal for 10-12 year olds.
Workshops for 10-12 Year olds
Half-term Workshop
Half-term Workshop
Half-term Workshop
Create a comic strip with an illustrator
Half-term Workshop
Half-term Workshop
Half-term Workshop
Learn to edit and proofread with an editor
Available Courses for Advanced Writers
Write your First Chapter Book and Get it Published
Students MUST have completed at least one module of AIM creative writing courses to enrol in this writing club. As this club builds on the specific techniques and skills learned in previous modules. This club is perfect for children who want to continue to take their writing to the next level. During this course, we will review the basics of storytelling and learn about more advanced concepts like tone, voice, character development, settings to create desired effects, types of conflicts, climax, pacing, and even the basics of publishing the book. Each week, students will submit their writing for feedback in the following class. This club is a fun, supportive, challenging class for avid writers eager to advance their writing skills.At the end of this module, children will have their first draft of the chapter book. Write and publish your first chapter book
FAQs
What will my child learn?
This inspiring writer’s club is aimed at honing children’s creative and writing abilities with a
focus to enhance vocabulary.
Your child will:
-improve their creative and academic writing skills
-develop their individual style and tone
-develop critique skills
-gain an understanding of core elements of the writer’s craft
-develop a skill set for completing writing assignments
-demonstrate the ability to produce writing that is clear and logical
-demonstrate the ability to do writing that is original and ingenious
-learn how to unlock creative ideas and use them effectively
-enhance inference skills through book reading sessions
-build confidence and begin to find their unique style of writing
-become a permanent member of AIM Young writers club
-get a chance to publish their written work
-learn a minimum of 60 new words per module
-learn vocabulary enhancing techniques
Will my child get any homework?
We equip children with various unique writing techniques. For children to be fully competent in using them, we encourage them to do regular practise and engage in creative learning. A short piece of writing task is set each week to strengthen understanding of newly learned topics. Another part of homework includes active observation of surroundings, people and objects to enhance their imagination and ingenious thinking.
How will I know that my child’ skills have improved?
At the time of enrolment, we will discuss the objective you want your child to achieve through this course. You will have the opportunity to review their progress weekly, and discuss any concerns you might have. At the end of the course, you will have the chance to reflect on what they have learnt. Like any other skill, Writing can be improved gradually with constant practice. Therefore, we ask parents to discuss their child’s weekly learning and encourage them to complete any homework activity.
How is the course delivered?
This twelve-week module is delivered via Zoom. Each week, children attend a two-hour session. We do not enrol more than six pupils per group so that each child can participate in the discussions actively and get constructive feedback on their work.
What is the cost of the course and how can I enrol?
The young writers club is for just £20.00 per hour! The weekly class is for 2 hours, so you are looking at an investment of £40 per week. Each module is for 12 weeks; thus making the total module investment for £480. Currently, we are offering the course for £440.00 for a limited period.