Book free workshops. Pen Power Poetry comes to you, fully supplied.
Short, Simple, Impactful
Pen Power Poetry is proud to offer free workshops for kids in the St. Louis area. We provide all necessary supplies to ensure every child has the opportunity to explore poetry, express themselves, and dream of a brighter future. Our workshops are led by Izzy, a passionate poet who is exceptional with kids. These sessions are designed to ignite creativity and empower participants—both children and adults—to find and share their voice.
Workshop Details
Our workshops are flexible, running for either 1 hour or 2 hours, depending on the needs of the hosting organization or school. We tailor each session to make it a perfect fit for your group.
How It Works:
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Starting with Questions: Each workshop begins with an engaging discussion, asking students, “What is poetry?” We let them define it in their own words before introducing a poem that ties into the workshop's theme. For instance, if the goal is to inspire students to write about their favorite place, we might read Nikki Giovanni's "Knoxville, Tennessee" as an example.
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Inspiration Through Readings: The poems we share spark ideas and provide a foundation for students to create their own work. Having a model to imitate can make getting started much easier and more enjoyable.
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Creative Writing and Support: As students write their poems, Izzy works closely with them, offering personalized guidance and feedback. This hands-on approach helps unleash their creativity while ensuring poetry remains fun and enriching.
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Performance – SLAM IT!: At the end of each workshop, participants are invited to perform their poems for the group. This moment allows them to feel pride in their work and experience the unique joy of sharing their voice with others.
Our workshops are all about fostering self-expression, confidence, and a love for imagination that lasts a lifetime.
To be eligible for a workshop, you must:
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Have a group of at least 6 participants (can be kids, adults, teens, seniors, anyone).
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Participants must be at least 5 years old and understand English.
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Be associated with a school, an organization, or some sort of group that has access to a room where the workshop(s) can take place.
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Location of workshops must be in or very close to St. Louis, Missouri.
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If not in-person, online workshops can be administered for any city, state, and country. However, in-person workshops for St. Louis schools and organizations are prioritized.
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If you do not know whether you are eligible for Pen Power Poetry's workshops, please still do fill out the interest form or directly email questions.
Easy and Cost Effective (Spoiler: It's Free)
Below is a break down of how much a workshop would cost if your school or organization paid for materials:
If you do not have these materials, Pen Power Poetry brings them to you free of charge. If you let Pen Power Poetry know how many participants will be present, we will be sure to provide all that is necessary.
