Course 38, ‘Bonkers Magic!’, and the next 6-week course, begun on Saturday April 24th. This course is now FULL but here are the dates for the rest of the calendar year:
C38: April 24 & May 1, 8, 15, 22 (a double session from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm)
C39: June 12, 19, 26 & July 3 (double session), 10
C40: Sept 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 16
C41: Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 & Dec 4, 11
We welcome back volunteer Josh and extend a very warm welcome to Harriet who is taking over Sky Blue Table from the very capable hands of Niamh. Welcome everyone!
Work has already begun on the fifth Bonkers |Book which will celebrate work from February 29th, 2020 onwards. Our brilliant volunteers Niamh and Josh have been busy sifting through the children’s work in lockdown – exciting times – in readiness for our return. And we have more news – there are extra volunteers and new pentopaperers on the way!
Bookings are now being taken for all other courses so do get in touch if they might be of interest …
… and don’t forget that video number 2 will be coming soon!
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What We Do: At Pen to Paper we teach literacy skills in a fun and interactive way, in a friendly and supportive environment. We use a wide variety of fun activities, tasks and games to help children aged 7-11 to develop creative writing skills, explore their imaginations, creative thinking skills and self-expression. A strong emphasis is put on developing social skills, making friendships, and building self-confidence and self-esteem.
Working alongside the school curriculum to support and complement academic learning, we operate in an informal and non-pressured setting.
When and Where: Courses run on Saturday mornings from 9.30 am to 11.00 am at the Alton Maltings Centre, Alton, with the occasional double. Places are strictly limited at a cost of £20.00 per child, per six-week course.
Self-Development: When children move onto secondary school they have the opportunity to come back to work as Young Mentors and then at sixth form/college they can come in to work as Volunteers which helps with the volunteering category of such schemes as the Duke of Edinburgh. Do get in touch if you would like to volunteer. We are currently looking for one college volunteer for March 2021 onwards (Enhanced DBS check an essential) for a three-, six- or twelve-month commitment.
Who We Are: Run by course leader Sarah Lucas – writer, publisher, workshop provider and language tutor – courses are held during term-time avoiding half-term holiday weekends where possible. Now in its seventh year, Pen to Paper has been successful in its bid for funds to cover the school year 2020-2021 from the National Lottery’s Community Fund.
Where to Find Information: Contact Sarah on 01420 587351 or at puttingpentopaper13@gmail.com for more details.
Want to talk to us about your child’s literacy needs? We look forward to hearing.
Sarah Lucas
Pen to Paper, 07500 359308, puttingpentopaper13@gmail.com
“Dear Sarah, I just wanted to drop this and say thank you so much for this year. Doing my Gold Dofe Volunteering with Pen2Paper has been amazing – it is an amazing organisation with such lovely and creative children making the experience so rewarding . It has also been amazing for me as it contributes wonderfully to the degree I want to take at university (I want to do English Literature). Thank you especially for finding a way for me to continue volunteering whilst being in lockdown as it’s been a massive help to my award … “
Niamh, volunteer from Alton College 2020