Once upon a time, there were wizards and princesses, mermaids and knights. They all worked together, living stories worth telling. Join as an apprentice story teller and work together with your fellow apprentices to weave a story of your own. Then, using the magical inventions of electronics, stop-motion animation and Lego, awaken your story! Join royals and mythical creatures to defeat the perils of story-boarding and animation!
No costume required.
Saturday, May 26
1:00–4:00 p.m.
at Spells Writing Lab
Taught by Faith Konate
For ages 7–13
Howdy, partner! Time travel with Spells to the days of the Old West, when cowboys ate food from the chuckwagon after a long trail ride and gunslingers fought with bounty hunters at high noon. Learn a bit about the American frontier and study some of the great films and stories about that time to figure out what makes westerns so special. Then create your own cowboy characters, bringing them to life through poetry, songs, stories, and short films. Dust off your cowboy boots and spurs, and join us for this week of western fun!
Registration is free, but requires a refundable deposit of $25 via credit card, PayPal, check, or cash. The registration will not be valid until the deposit has been received and the registration is confirmed by Spells Writing Lab.
Spells Summer Writing Camp—Week 1
Monday, July 9–Friday, July 13
9 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.
at Spells Writing Lab
Taught by Spells Writing Lab, with guest instructors
For ages 7–14
Are you a jet-setter? Do you have strong opinions about the best places to have fun in Philly? Join Spells for this special full-day camp week as we break into small groups for whirlwind sightseeing tours of major museums and landmarks, exploring our city through the eyes of a visiting tourist. In the afternoons, we’ll work with professional travel writers and Spells lab assistants to assess our experiences and write recommendations for both out-of-towners and locals enjoying a stay-cation. Help us write the ultimate kids’ travel guide to Philadelphia!
Campers should bring a bag lunch each day during this camp week. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Spells.
Registration is free, but requires a refundable deposit of $25 via credit card, PayPal, check, or cash. The registration will not be valid until the deposit has been received and the registration is confirmed by Spells Writing Lab.
The Spells Travel Guide to Philly
Spells Summer Writing Camp—Week 2
Monday, July 16–Friday, July 20
9 a.m.– 5 p.m. **Note: longer hours than other weeks**
at Spells Writing Lab
Taught by Spells Writing Lab, with guest instructors Johnica Reed and Caroline Tiger
For ages 7–14
