KATRINA NANNESTAD

Stories, Stories Everywhere

Years R-2

A fun and interactive session focusing on where we can get great ideas for our stories. There will be readings, dress-ups, drawing, daydreaming and giggling involved.

Bringing History Alive

Years 5-8

Many of Katrina’s historical novels focus on lesser-known aspects of the Second World War.
During this interactive session, Katrina will talk about the true stories that inspired her war stories, and the exciting but sometimes tricky process of researching and writing. Students will participate in activities designed to bring the stories alive.

Having Fun with Stories

Years 3-6

A fun, fast-paced session during which Katrina will share her journey as an author, her passion for writing and some easy-to-use techniques that will help students develop their own fascinating characters and story ideas. There will be readings, dress-ups and giggling involved.

Developing and Revealing Character

Years 5-8

Participants will be taken through a number of short, fun activities to create an exciting new character. The strategies used in this workshop are also useful for planning and writing a complete story.

Having Fun with Writing

Years 3-6

Katrina will take participants through a series of fun, fast-paced, risk-free writing activities to get the imagination whirring and to generate fabulous story ideas. The activities in this workshop are some of those Katrina uses in her own writing practice, and a taste of those included in her new book, The Story Writer’s Handbook.