Arts-In-Education Exploratory Enrichment

Writer-in-Residence

Presented by Selene Castrovilla

Where do story ideas come from? This is the starting point of your students' adventure with award-winning author Selene Castrovilla. With an MFA in Creative Writing and eighteen children's books to her credit, Selene has the knowledge, experience, and passion to inspire and engage young people. Selene works with your students in assemblies, classes, small groups, and even one-on-one. She will work with you to tailor a theme and goal. Some topics Selene covers: -brilliant beginnings -brainstorming bonanza -nifty nonfiction -riveting research - the power of the perfect word -coming to our "senses" -mighty metaphors and striking similes -alluring alliteration -emotions in motion -tension tightropes -ready for revision -a done deal Students will relish the creative process. They will head home brimming with ideas -- and the ability to see them through.