Writing Workshop: Building the Basics

Writing Workshop: Building the Basics

Who: 3rd-6th Graders*

When: Summer Session 2025  June 2nd-July 11th (+ access for two extra weeks for extended time if needed)**

Where: Online

Time Commitment: Approximately 2-3 hours/week for 6 weeks

Registration: May 1st-June 1st

Registration Link:

our-learning-studio.teachable.com/p/writing-workshop

*While this course is geared toward 3rd-6th graders, it is also open to any students seeking help with foundational writing skills.

**Is your child enrolled in other activities or traveling during some of the workshop days? No problem! This is a self-paced online course, and your child will have six weeks to complete the activities and receive individualized writing feedback videos. 

You will also have access to all of the resources, videos, and printable resources for two extra weeks.

• 6 weekly instructional modules 
• 36+ instructional videos
• 50+ printable resources 
• 6 Writing Workshop Wednesday Zoom calls with Dr. Pittman
• 5 writing feedback videos

This six-week online course is offered just three times a year, and it is designed for students needing extra support with foundational writing skills.  The goal of the course is for students to gain confidence as writers by having step-by-step tools to go from a blank page to a published writing piece! 

On the first day of the workshop, you'll receive access to the course in the Teachable platform. Your child will have all week to complete the lesson at your family's convenience. 

Each weekly module will include instructional videos, model texts, a writing assignment, editing checklists, graphic organizers, and other printable resources! We will study a different type of writing each week and focus on the following skills:

• Brainstorming ideas and choosing a topic
• Using graphic organizers
• Writing a strong opening sentence to hook the reader
• Adding supporting details
• Using transition words
• Adding adjectives to create a movie in the mind of the reader
• Writing a conclusion
• Revising and editing
• Publishing

At the end of the six weeks, students will have five final writing pieces and a reference notebook filled with resources for writing!

While this is a virtual self-paced course, support for young writers and their parents is essential!

To learn more about the course, please watch this preview video:

Writing Workshop: Building the Basics Registration

Registration:  

Registration for the Summer 2025 workshop opens on May 1st and will close on June 1st. This class is expected to fill so you are encouraged to register early.

Teachable registration link:

our-learning-studio.teachable.com/p/writing-workshop

Do you have questions about the writing workshop? Do you need help deciding if this workshop is the right match for your child?

Get in touch with Dr. Pittman here!

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my child will be traveling or participating in other activities during the workshop dates?

No problem! This is a self-paced online course, and your child will have six weeks to complete the activities. Access to the course modules will remain open for two extra weeks for students benefiting from the accommodation of extended time.

What materials will my child need to participate in this workshop?

Your child will need a three-ring binder, tabs or dividers, sheet protectors, notebook paper, and access to a printer.

What is the cost of the workshop?

Tuition for the six-week workshop is $480, including access to 36 instructional videos, 50+ printable resources, 6 weekly group Zoom calls with Dr. Pittman, and 5 individualized writing feedback videos. Please note that tuition is non-refundable.

When is the next workshop?

This workshop is held just 1-2 times a year. The next workshop will be offered in Summer 2025.

How long will my child have access to the workshop modules?

Although this is a six-week course, access to all of the printable resources and videos is open for 8 weeks. This allows for extra time for children benefiting from this accommodation. Access to the workshop modules will close when the 8 weeks are completed.