Programs
Workshops:
Where young writers grow
At Second Sentence, every workshop is designed to make writing exciting, approachable, and meaningful. Through games, storytelling, and hands-on activities, students build foundational writing skills while discovering the confidence to express themselves.
Whether we’re teaching online or in person, our goal is simple: help every student leave believing they have a story worth telling.
Available virtually nationwide and in person throughout the Los Angeles area.
Bring a workshop to your organization
What Students Will Learn
Our curriculum blends writing fundamentals with creative expression, helping students strengthen their skills in a fun and encouraging environment.
Grammar Foundations
Students practice sentence structure, parts of speech, punctuation, and verb tense through engaging activities that build confidence one step at a time.
Creative Storytelling
Students have the opportunity to develop creative stories and read their work aloud. In celebrating one another’s creativity, they develop confidence in sharing their ideas.
Encouraging Growth
Students will be supported individually by Second Sentence staff, given the space to think creatively before putting pencil to paper.
One Time Workshops
A fun introduction to creative writing, focused on targeting a specific skill during a 2.5 hour session. Virtual or in-person.
Our Programs
Custom Programming
We’ll work with your organization to design workshops that meet your students’ needs.
Second Sentence Summer Camp
Students build writing skills through connected lessons. They work on completing an original story by the end of the program.
Who our programs are for
Our programs are designed for elementary students, especially those who benefit from extra encouragement in developing their writing skills.
We welcome:
1) Emerging bilingual students, specifically Spanish-speaking students.
2) English language learners
3) Reluctant writers
4) Passionate young storytellers
5) Students looking to strengthen their confidence
6) Curious learners who love creativity
Every student is welcome.
FAQs
How much do workshops cost?
1
Second Sentence workshops are offered free of charge through community partnerships and volunteer support.
How long are workshops?
2
Most workshops are about 2 and a half hours long, however, virtual workshops and summer camp vary in length, from 1 hour to 3 hours.
Can schools request a workshop?
3
Yes! We love partnering with schools, libraries, nonprofits, and community organizations to bring creative writing to students.
Are virtual workshops interactive?
4
Absolutely. Students participate in discussions, games, writing activities, and sharing opportunities throughout each session.