26sep4:00 pm4:45 pm4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Brainstorm Bonanza: Turn Ideas into Stories
Event Details
Where do great story ideas come from? In this fun, interactive 45-minute workshop, young writers in Grades 4–8 will explore creative prompts and simple brainstorming techniques to spark
Event Details
Where do great story ideas come from? In this fun, interactive 45-minute workshop, young writers in Grades 4–8 will explore creative prompts and simple brainstorming techniques to spark their imaginations and develop the beginnings of an original story. No previous writing experience is required—just bring your creativity!
Brainstorm Bonanza is part of Ripple Foundation’s free five-part virtual Write It Workshop series. Visit the Ripple Foundation tent during The Word On The Street to learn more about its free literacy programs for young people, or visit www.ripplefoundation.ca.
Speakers for this event
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Bhanvi Girdhar
Bhanvi Girdhar
Bhanvi is a high school student and experienced facilitator with Ripple Foundation’s virtual Write It Workshops. She first connected with Ripple through the Kids Write 4 Kids contest and Write It Workshops before becoming a volunteer, Wave Blog contributor and facilitator. An enthusiastic reader and writer, Bhanvi enjoys creating welcoming spaces where young people can explore their imaginations, strengthen their writing skills and share their ideas with confidence.
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Myah Rathi Litteljohn
Myah Rathi Litteljohn
Myah is a high school student and experienced facilitator with Ripple Foundation’s virtual Write It Workshops where she helps young writers develop their ideas and confidence. She first became involved with Ripple as a workshop participant and later won the Kids Write 4 Kids creative writing contest with her story, Path of Thorns. Since then, she has continued to support Ripple as a volunteer, youth conference team member and workshop facilitator. Copies of Path of Thorns will be available for purchase at the Ripple Foundation tent, where visitors can also meet Myah and have their copy signed.
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Victoria Binetti
Victoria Binetti
Victoria is Ripple Foundation’s Workshop Lead and an experienced facilitator of its virtual Write It Workshops for young writers in Grades 4–8. With a background in teaching, she supports workshop delivery, mentors volunteer facilitators, and creates engaging learning environments where young writers feel encouraged to explore their ideas. She is passionate about helping students build creativity, confidence, and a love for storytelling.