Learn how to write creative children's books with this practical writing workshop in Sydney. The idea of writing stories for young children may seem very simple, but it requires a great deal of skill to craft memorable characters and vibrant worlds. Discover how to transform your story ideas into storybook texts that can inspire and engage young minds.
In this interactive course, you’ll explore various children’s book formats, from picture books to middle-grade fiction. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll develop your writing voice and style, overcome writer's block, and confidently work toward publishing opportunities for your stories.
Course Outline
- Planning your story for the appropriate age group and format
- Creating engaging, relatable characters
- Structuring and pacing your story effectively
- Writing in styles and language tailored to children
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: 29 November 2025
- Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
- Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Tuition Fee: $199
You will learn
- Understand the formats and genres of children's books
- Develop age-appropriate, structured story ideas
- Write effective and engaging stories for children
You will get
- Practical writing exercises to improve skills
- Expert instruction in children's book structure
- Opportunity to refine techniques for publication
Appropriate for
Creative writing beginners, experienced writers focusing on children's books, teachers, educators, and parents or caregivers interested in writing for children
What to bring
- Notebook and pen or pencil
- Laptop or preferred writing device (optional)
What to wear
Casual
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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