{"product_id":"secrets-of-storytelling-a-creative-writing-workbook-for-kids","title":"Secrets of Storytelling: A Creative Writing Workbook for Kids (Spiral Bound)","description":"\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Inspiring, practical and fun! Natalie Rompella's love of writing shines through on every page of \n\u003cem\u003eSecrets of Storytelling\u003c\/em\u003e. Her writing tips are clear and easy to understand, and the enjoyable exercises she provides will strengthen the skills of young aspiring writers. The book as a whole empowers young people to think of themselves as authors. I highly recommend this book.\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Janet Riehecky, Author of \u003cem\u003eShow Me Dinosaurs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Using colorful charts and diagrams, \n\u003cem\u003eSecrets of Storytelling\u003c\/em\u003e helps young writers make authentic connections through personal experience and interest. Natalie deflates common writing jitters using fun prompts and positive reinforcement. The intriguing games and crafts will appeal to even the most reluctant writers.\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Kathleen Reitmann, Certified Reading Teacher, Librarian, and Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\" \n\u003cem\u003eSecrets of Storytelling\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical--and fun--guide sure to inspire young writers. Natalie Rompella's own storytelling skills shine through as she covers all aspects of writing, from generating ideas to editing a finished draft. The book's lighthearted tone and short, easy-to-digest sections will make it a hit with both kids and creative-writing teachers!\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Carmela A. Martino, Writing Instructor, Author, and Founder of TeachingAuthors.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"This charming writing book, part instruction and part workbook, is so engaging and on-target that young writers won't be able to help improving their craft--because they're having so much fun along the way! Natalie Rompella is the perfect friend to her audience, speaking from her experience as a multi-published author, and remembering exactly what it was like to be a young writer--creative, eager to learn, and ready to write!\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Alice Blumenthal McGinty, Award-Winning Children's Book Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your child's imagination into a powerful storytelling superpower--100 creative prompts that make writing fun, confidence-building, and impossible to put down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether your child is a daydreamer, doodler, or already drafting the next great novel, Secrets of Storytelling transforms ideas into stories and sparks a lifelong love for writing. Designed for ages 8 to 12, this writing workbook blends structured skill-building with wildly creative freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by educator and author Natalie Rompella, this trusted workbook is a favorite of parents, homeschoolers, and teachers for helping kids discover their unique voice through writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort lessons on plot, character, and setting embedded within activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotivational quotes from real authors to encourage young voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA write-in format with built-in brainstorming and drafting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 engaging prompts across fantasy, mystery, humor, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking for a homeschool language arts resource, summer enrichment activity, or birthday gift for a young storyteller, Secrets of Storytelling delivers a joyful path to writing success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your child the tools to write with confidence--and have fun doing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eRompella, Natalie\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatalie Rompella\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of more than 60 books and materials for kids, including the middle-grade novel \u003ci\u003eCookie Cutters \u0026amp; Sled Runners\u003c\/i\u003e. 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