Whether by the light of the campfire or the glow of the computer screen, humans have always loved to tell stories. Through games, activities, and short writing prompts, students in this course will get a chance to practice the timeless art of storytelling using digital and analog means. In addition to concepts like story structure, characterization, and world-building, students will also be exposed to a range of stories across time and media that can serve as inspiration for their own narrative projects. Each day, students will have time to apply what they have learned to a story of their own, which they will develop over the course of the week and present on Friday!
The Art of Storytelling, Ages 8-11
When and Where This Class is Offered:
| Week 1 – June 22-26, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Short Hills |
| Week 2 – June 29-July 2 (off 7/3) | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Chatham |
| Week 3 – July 6-10, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Scotch Plains |
| Week 3 – July 7-11, 2025 | 9AM-12:30PM | Wayne |
| Week 4 – July 13-17, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Basking Ridge |
| Week 4 – July 13-17, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Summit |
| Week 5 – July 20-26, 2026 | 9AM-12:30PM | Short Hills |
| Week 5 – July 20-26, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Somerset |
| Week 6 – July 27-31, 2026 | 9AM-12:30PM | Chatham |
| Week 6 – July 27-31, 2026 | 9AM-12:30PM | Princeton |
| Week 6 – July 27-31, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Saddle River |
| Week 7 – Aug 3-7, 2026 | 1:30PM-5:00PM | Wayne |
| Week 8 – Aug 10-14, 2026 | 9AM-12:30PM | Basking Ridge |
If you have any questions regarding the course or the camp in general, please feel free to contact us during business hours either at +1 908-899-1338 or info@iisummer.com
