

The Rhythm of Life: Exploring Poetry
Great poetry can help us gain a new perspective, appreciate spring wildflowers, and share our deepest truths. In this workshop, students will try out different styles of poetry, from free verse, haikus, and odes to performance poetry like slam poems and spoken word. We’ll create our own verses and rhymes that shine a light on the world around us and illuminate the universe inside.
About Write Away Workshops
We know that young authors have the power and imagination to go beyond the five-paragraph essay. In Write Away Workshops, students explore a multitude of genres and subjects, and develop their voices as writers. Groups write freely and participate in imaginative writing activities and lessons. Young writers leave each workshop with a piece to be proud of, as well as a newfound understanding of the topic and new friends.
Registration
Registration for this class is now open. Questions? Email programs@826nyc.org or call 718-499-9884.
Cost
826NYC is committed to keeping our programs available to the young writers who need our support most. You can choose between the following fee options for Write Away Workshops: full price ($250 per session), partial scholarship ($125 per session), or full scholarship (free). We invite families to select the fee that works best for them upon registration; no additional scholarship application is required.
The Rhythm of Life: Grades 1-3
Class dates: January 6, January 20, January 27, February 3, February 10 | Please note, we’re skipping January 13, the weekend of Dr. Martin Luther King Day.
When:
Saturdays, 10-11:30 AM
The Rhythm of Life: Grades 4-5
Class dates: January 7, January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11 | Please note, we’re skipping January 14, the weekend of Dr. Martin Luther King Day.
When:
Sundays, 10-11:30 AM
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