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This course is ideal for: Anyone wanting to know how to create a chapter book series for early readers
You will:
Learn how to write a book that 6 to 9 year olds will love
Discover what goes into a story that enthrals younger readers
Find out how to work with illustrations
Receive personalised feedback on a writing exercise.
And much more.
“I have started writing my first chapter book! This course gave me confidence to give it a go.”
– Joanna Donaldson, Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds graduate
This course is ideal for: Anyone wanting to know how to create a chapter book series for early readers
You will:
Learn how to write a book that 6 to 9 year olds will love
Discover what goes into a story that enthrals younger readers
Find out how to work with illustrations
Receive personalised feedback on a writing exercise.
And much more.
“I have started writing my first chapter book! This course gave me confidence to give it a go.”
– Joanna Donaldson, Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds graduate
This course is ideal for: Anyone wanting to know how to create a chapter book series for early readers
You will:
Learn how to write a book that 6 to 9 year olds will love
Discover what goes into a story that enthrals younger readers
Find out how to work with illustrations
Receive personalised feedback on a writing exercise.
And much more.
“I have started writing my first chapter book! This course gave me confidence to give it a go.”
– Joanna Donaldson, Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds graduate
| Starts | Course Creator | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course details: | ||||
| Online with tutor feedback Self-paced course with feedback on an assignment | On demand Learn at your own pace |
Lesley Gibbes | $295 |
Children’s books are among the biggest sellers in the publishing industry and avid readers are always hungry for more. In this course, you’ll learn the basics so you can get started with your own chapter book. Join award-winning author Lesley Gibbes as she explains the essentials in this introductory course.
Lesley Gibbes
Children’s author
If you’re thinking longer than a picture book but shorter than a middle grade novel then you’re on the right track. Chapter books have a tight word count but are complex enough to be divided into chapters with accompanying illustrations. They have a big story with a vocabulary and sentence structure modified to support newly independent readers.
In this course you’ll be fine-tuning your understanding of your target audience and how to meet their unique reading and motivational needs with a short illustrated story in a chapter book format.
Fun, silly, quirky, scary, adventurous and even a little bit naughty – add in plenty of illustrations and what’s not to like about this format of chapter books! It’s a segment that has become ridiculously popular in the past two decades especially and kids simply can’t get enough of them. They love the illustrated, high-impact story in a chapter book format (making them feel like a grown up!). Ultimately it’s the vital first step for kids into a world of independent reading – which is why it’s so important to make it such a fun experience. When you write early chapter books, you’re writing books that will inspire kids to read for life! (But hey, no pressure…)
“Lesley Gibbes was a personable, knowledgeable and highly engaging presenter. She demonstrated a wealth of knowledge about chapter books beyond her own titles. The most enjoyable part was delving into the details about chapter books, and hearing Lesley’s tips on word choices, themes and sentence structure.”
– Liz Ledden
– Debra Tidball
– Kerry Malone
– Bridget White
This is one of AWC’s 35+ “self-paced” online courses. But what does that mean? Allow us to explain:
Lesley Gibbes is an internationally published children’s author and primary school teacher. Her books include the hilarious chapter book series Fizz, illustrated by Stephen Michael King (CBCA Notable Book, Younger Readers) and picture books Dinosaur Dads, Three Little Mermaids, Searching for Cicadas, Bouncing Bouncing Little Joeys, Fluke, Little Bear’s First Sleep (CBCA Notable Book, Early Childhood), Quick As A Wink Fairy Pink, Bring A Duck and Scary Night (CBCA Early Childhood Book of the Year, Honour Book). She has a Bachelor of Education from the University of Sydney and 16 years’ teaching experience in Primary Education.
Q: I’m a complete beginner. Will this course suit me?
A: Yes, welcome! If you have an interest in writing books for the 6-9 age group, you’ll love this course. It has been designed as an introduction to the popular category of chapter books, with no prior knowledge necessary. You’ll learn what goes into a successful story that kids, parents, teachers and publishers love.
Q: I’m actually not sure what age group I want to write for. Which course should I do?
A: The good news is we have courses to suit a variety of genres. It can be helpful to look at children’s books that appeal most to YOU, and the types of stories you think you’d like to tell. If you’d like to write for pre-school readers, our Writing Picture Books course is the place to start. If you’d like to write for older children (primary-aged and teenagers) How to Write for Children and Young Adults will give you the best grounding. But if you’d simply love a self-paced option, where you can explore children’s fiction techniques (think early primary school aged) and dip your toes in the ‘kid lit’ waters, then this course, Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds is ideal.
Q: Will I receive feedback on my writing?
A: You can complete this course in your own time over 12 months. When you’re ready, there is a small writing exercise to complete to cement your learning – and presenter Lesley Gibbes will provide you with feedback.
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| Starts | Course Creator | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course details: | ||||
| Online with tutor feedback Self-paced course with feedback on an assignment | On demand Learn at your own pace |
Lesley Gibbes | $295 |
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