“It was a great session. The Live Tales staff facilitating it were fantastic. I was impressed how well they engaged with the children. It was very validating for our children to be told ‘Yes!’ to practically all of their ideas. We hope to come back next year.”
Teacher from Fell Dyke Primary
(Live Tales Story Writing Newcastle)
“An
David Almond, Writer
To find out more and book go to: www.live.org.uk/livetales or email: livetales@live.org.uk Live Tales, Live Theatre, Quayside, NE1 3DQ Registered charity: 513771 Live Tales is brought to you by Live Theatre, a theatre dedicated to producing new plays, championing writers and writing, and unlocking THE POTENTIAL OF YOUNG PEOPLE.
fun and inspiring story writing and
MAKers workshops
FREE,
play
for Key Stage 2 classes
important and optimistic project of national
significance”
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Unlock the incredible imaginations of pupils
SCHOOLS
Live Tales is a programme of free, fun and engaging creative workshops for Key 2 classes/levels. These take place in our Studios on Newcastle’s Quayside, just behind Live Theatre on Broad Chare, NE1 3DQ, at The Fire Station, Sunderland, High Street West, SR1 3HA or online direct to your classroom.
Entering the world of Live Tales allows teachers and children to explore creative writing from a new perspective. The in person and online workshops allow pupils to embrace creativity as worlds are built, characters come to life and ideas spark excitement and confidence. They can explore original thinking and discover their voice as they draft their own stories and explore playwriting. Even the most reluctant of children will be inspired!
Live Tales Story Writing Workshop gives your pupils the chance to create an original story with brand new characters all drawn live as the children create them. Every child leaves with their own illustrated story to inspire them to carry on writing, at school or at home.
Live Tales Play Makers introduces your class to story and script writing in a playful workshop using games to look at characters, storytelling and dialogue.
Workshop Timetable – Term Time
Wednesdays (Sunderland) 10am – 12noon
Story Writing Workshop OR Play Makers
Wednesdays (Online) 1pm - 2.30pm
(we can be flexible with this time) Play Makers
Thursdays (Newcastle) 10am – 12noon
Story Writing Workshop OR Play Makers
Friday (Newcastle) 10am – 12noon
Story Writing Workshop OR Play Makers
For: Key Stage 2 level classes (10-30 pupils), Special Educational Needs or Home Education groups
Curriculum links: English, Creative Writing, Writing Progression, Cultural Capital, Social & Emotional Development
Cost: FREE but must be booked in advance
Support Required: Just bring your class, we provide all the staff and volunteer support your class will need during the session allowing you to sit back and observe activities. A free resource pack will be sent to teachers after the workshop which offers ideas for activities
This is what the children had to say: “It was extremely, extremely fun and amazing. Thank you for the lovely lesson!”
“Brilliant! Interesting! Hilarious!”
“It was an out of the box writing session where no limits were put onto the children’s ideas, their imaginations could run wild.”
Teacher from West Boldon Primary (Live Tales Story Writing Sunderland)
“We’ve had an amazing morning - a whole half term’s worth in 90 minutes! The children had a great time!”
Teacher from St Alban’s Primary School, Gateshead (Online Play Makers)
“Absolutely fantastic day! It was incredibly welL-organised and exciting for the children (and the staff). We will certainly be returning.”
Teacher from Hill View Junior Academy (Live Tales Story Writing Sunderland)
To book your class or for more information go to www.live.org.uk/livetales or email: livetales@live.org.uk
TEACHERS
Inspiring CPD Sessions
Are you looking for the next chapter?
Live Tales offers hands-on CPD sessions in creative writing techniques giving ideas, inspiration and practical tools to bring creativity into your classroom.
Leave with tips, tricks and resources to start making a difference straight away. Become part of your pupil’s tales. Inspire them to continue their stories.
When: Two alternative dates each term
Duration: 2 – 3 hours
For: Key Stage 2 teachers and teaching assistants
Where: Live Tales at Newcastle, Sunderland or we can come to your school.
“Amazing experience. Broke down my own confidence issues with writing. Session delivered with passion and enthusiasm.”
Year 5 Teacher, Morpeth Road Primary Academy
“FABULOUS IDEAS! I COULDN’T RECOMMEND THIS HIGHLY ENOUGH.”
Year 4 Teacher at Northern Saints Primary
For more information and to book your place visit: www.live.org.uk/CPD
The
story continues...
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