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Free Virtual Creative Writing Workshops for Kids in Grades 4-8 Across Canada

Interactive workshops that help kids boost storytelling skills, spark creativity, and build writing confidence. Participants are also encouraged to enter our Kids Write 4 Kids contest — free to enter and open to young writers across Canada.
Focused writing workshop for educators and students on effective writing strategies, part of Ripple Foundation's Write It series to enhance communication skills and foster educational growth.
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Sign up for the in-person Creative Writing Workshop at Brampton Public Library this fall!

Date: October 17 and 24, 2026
Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: Mount Pleasant Village
100 Commuter Dr, Brampton, ON L7A 0G2

» Register: October 17, Brainstorm Bonanza
» Register: October 24, Plotline Play-By-Play

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Live online class via Zoom for kids ages 8-14 available Canadawide
  • Virtual workshops take place every Saturday (excluding long weekends) from 1:00 pm or 2:00 pm for 1 hour.
  • Lesson plans developed by an educator with over 20 years of teaching experience.
  • Free writing worksheets available for download.
  • Chance to win a kids’ ebook — written by winners of our Kids Write 4 Kids nationwide writing competition.
  • Got questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
Meet some of the Facilitators
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A group of writers participating in the Ripple Foundation's Write It Workshop, engaging in creative activities to develop their storytelling skills.
A group of participants engaged in a collaborative writing workshop at Ripple Foundation, focusing on enhancing their creative and professional writing skills.
A group of participants engaging in the Ripple Foundation Write It Workshop, practicing writing and storytelling skills in a collaborative environment.
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There are five workshops in this series.
Can’t make it on these dates? Get notified on upcoming dates.

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SATURDAY
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (EST)
  • Jul 18 – Brainstorm Bonanza
  • Jul 25 – Mixed Bag Mayhem
  • Aug 8 – Plotline Play-by-Play
  • Aug 15 – Details! Details!
  • Aug 22 – Stay On Track
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SATURDAY
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm (EST)
  • Aug 29 – Brainstorm Bonanza
  • Sep 12 – Mixed Bag Mayhem
  • Sep 19 – Plotline Play-by-Play
  • Sep 26 – Details! Details!
  • Oct 3 – Stay On Track
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Brainstorm Bonanza

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The purpose of this workshop is to teach participants how to brainstorm story ideas effectively.

Mixed Bag Mayhem

Alt text: Participants engaging in the Ripple Foundation Write It Workshop focused on enhancing writing skills and fostering creativity in a collaborative environment.

The purpose of this workshop is to teach participants about the importance of characters and character development in storylines.

Plotline Play-by-Play

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The purpose of this workshop is to teach participants about the role of plot structure in stories.

Details! Details!

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The purpose of this workshop is to show participants how descriptive details enhance stories and engage readers through elements that stimulate the senses and add interest.

Stay On Track

Creative writing workshop for educators focusing on crafting impactful narratives, facilitated by Ripple Foundation students and teachers in a collaborative environment.

The purpose of this workshop is to show participants how an effective story has the main idea that readers can follow from the beginning through to its conclusion.

Stories of Success: Workshop Testimonials
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Firdaus El-Darymli
2024-2025 Kids Write 4 Kids winner
Author of The Legend of the Paper Cranes

I entered the Ripple Foundation’s KW4K contest three times. I didn’t win the first time, or the second, but I didn’t stop. I accepted that my writing wasn’t perfect and attended the Write It Workshops to learn from experts and improve my structure and clarity. I kept writing, kept learning, and on my third try, I finally won. Sometimes the path takes a little longer, but it’s worth every step.

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Myah Rathi Litteljohn
2023-2024 Kids Write 4 Kids winner
Author of Memoirs of a Tree Lord

I enjoyed attending Ripple’s writing workshops. They were fun, encouraging, and collaborative, and they helped build my confidence to keep writing my story and eventually submit it to the KW4K writing contest.

Ripple Foundation Write It Workshop participants engaging in creative writing activities.
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