Program Description
Imagination and creative thinking! Ideas and self-expression! This is how Erin Ley's writers' workshops begin. After Erin reads one of her short stories, she encourages the students to remember a time when they experienced compassion—either giving or receiving it. Once the memory is clear in the student's mind, his or her treasure on paper will begin to unfold. Everyone has a unique voice and style. Toward the end, some may even want to share their work of art. Erin will donate copies of her books to the school's library prior to arriving, and 10% of book sales will be donated back to the school. One grade maximum per workshop.

Categories
Literature, Visual Arts

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6

Cost
$500.00 per Workshop
$375.00 for each additional workshop

Duration
45 - 59 min minutes

Program References
Karen Olynk
Principal
Hilside Grade School, 150 West Maple Drive, New Hyde Park, NY 10040
(516) 354-3666

Ann Keffel
Parents As Reading Partners Program Committee Chairperson
North Coleman Road Elementary School, 197 North Coleman Road, Centereach, NY 11720
(631) 285-8660

Angela Carpinone
Reading Specialist
Bretton Woods Elementary School, 1 Club Lane, Hauppauge, NY 11788
(631) 582-6633