Creative Writing Summer Program for Grades 6-8
Why Take Creative Writing
Immerse yourself in the power of the written word at our creative writing camp for middle schoolers. With the encouragement of our stellar instructors and other talented young writers, you'll craft stories that soar off the page as you develop a portfolio of work that you can proudly showcase.
What You'll Learn
During the session, you'll learn how to give and receive constructive feedback with other passionate young writers. All of our instructors are professional writers who are eager to help you shape your portfolio in a way that feels true to your imagination.
As a student at Interlochen's writing camp for middle school students, you will:
- Participate in daily writing classes with guided reading and writing assignments in fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and playwriting
- Discuss and critique your work in small class sizes
- Work with a broader range of instructors in a master class environment (Creative Writing Forum)
- Find creative inspiration enjoying our scenic campus and through our Environmental Explorations class
- Publish your writing in our camp anthology
- Perform your best work at our student reading
Program Highlights
Showcase Reading
Students will participate in a showcase reading in The Writing House Great Room on the last day of the program.
Small Class Sizes
Our classes are kept small for students to better receive individualized feedback from your instructor and bond with other young writers.
The Writing House
Your artistic home will be the The Writing House. This comfortable space provides quiet work areas, ample seating for group projects, and a literary publications room with computer and printing stations. Take a 360-degree virtual tour.
Anthology
Students will contribute work to a print anthology that you can take home at the end of the session. The anthology is a perfect memento to remind you of a productive and inspiring summer.
Having those experiences outside with your friends makes the writing come that much easier.
Tara, Creative Writing
No Better Place
Our intermediate campers agree: this is a place where you can explore your interests, take risks, and make friends with those who share your passions. See what Camp life is all about.
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- Each of our seven arts areas
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- A day in the life of a student
- How to apply and financial aid information
- And more