Literacy Workshop Today

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 More reading and writing for your students!

Come join us for a creative way to encourage literacy. I was asked by a non-profit in Lund, Sweden to hold this workshop for teachers, parents and any other adults who work with children. In an interative manner, I will share my ideas for writing mini books for our students, who will in turn be inspired to read and write. 

The workshop is free and on zoom at 4-5:50 pm (Stockholm time). Besides curios

ity and an open mind, please bring a blank white sheet of paper, pencil and eraser. 

Format of the workshop: 

Introduction from 4-4:30 pm 

Workshop in small groups to create a story from 4:30-5:00; 

and sharing stores and Q&A from 5:00-5:30.

The workshop will be held in English and free! It will take place over Zoom. To register, please email Katrina at katrina.taylor@abcsweden.org.

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