In this educator event, editors Michaela Allen and P. Anneka Lynch (Let Me Be Honest) breaks down teaching creative writing in the classroom and provides insight on how to evaluate creative works from students whose work explores topics that educators may not have expertise in. Educator and FOLD Kids Advisory Committee member Meena Johal will host an interview with the editors after the workshop.
Editor
Michaela Allen is the Manager of Youth Justice at TNG Community Services for over 20 years. She’s co-editor of the young adult anthology, Let Me Be Honest.
Editor
P. Anneka Lynch is a Grenadian-Canadian author, artist and advocate who lives in Toronto, ON. She’s co-editor of the young adult anthology, Let Me Be Honest.
Educator
Meena Johal is a parent and educator who is passionate about representative literature and making reading enjoyable and meaningful.
There’s also an accompanying festival book list although it’s not necessary to read the books to enjoy the events.
Patrick de Belen
A spoken word poetry workshop.
Sarena Nanua and Sasha Nanua
A creative writing workshop.
