Current Course Schedule

Writing for Children

So, you want to write a children's book! Here's the workshop to give you the boost you've been waiting for. In friendly and supportive classes with Award-winning author Amy Hest, the focus is on encouraging you to find the particular story you want to tell, what that story means to you, and how best to tell it. For teachers, here's an opportunity to better understand the writing process, so you can help your students find pleasure in crafting their own stories. We all have a story to tell, and maybe this is just the right time to get started!

Term(s) offered: Fall, Spring and Summer
Format: online

  • Course Number
    TEWS598N
  • Focus On
    Across Ages
  • Category
    Career Development, Online
  • Registration Options and Cost
    $199 6.0 CTLE or 0.6 CEU

Sections

Fall 2026

  • Section 1:
    Date(s)
    November 7, 21, and December 5 | Online
    Day and Time
    Saturdays, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM ET
    Registration Deadline
    Oct 30, 2026
    Register
    • Amy Hest
      Amy Hest
      is an award-winning author of more than 50 books for children of all ages, including the New York Times best-sellers: Kiss Good Night; Bunny Should be Sleeping; Big Bear and Little Bear Go Fishing; and Sometimes it’s nice to Be Alone. Hest's focus is on family relationships, and she wants you to know that everything she writes is personal! She also wants you to know that her dog's name is Martha. Ms. Hest has an MA of Library Science from C.W. Post College and a BA from Hunter College.

"This class, and in particular the prompt Amy gave, was what spurred me to do a lot more writing and it’s since become a really fun and important part of my life."— Kerry E.

"This class provided me with a wonderful and extremely helpful point to start from when writing for children. It developed me personally to a great degree and I am very grateful for the opportunity to be so enriched and inspired" — Teacher, 25 years in the field

"I have a whole new tool box regarding how and what to write when writing children's books!"
— Kathleen H., Teacher, 35+ years in the field

"This class gave me insight to how to write a story. It helped me step back and really analyze my writings in a positive way." — Nicole J., Teacher, 14 years in the field