Engaging Children's Books: From Ideas to Storytelling
A course by Ute Krause, Illustrator and Children's Book Author
Create captivating children's fiction with engaging characters and plots using creative writing techniques and storytelling skills
Unleash your creativity and dive into the enchanting world of children's fiction. Crafting stories for young minds involves nurturing your imagination and exploring your inner child. Discover how to transform spontaneous ideas into compelling narratives. Learn to engage with your surroundings and find inspiration in everyday life. Delve into the nuances of character development and plot construction, ensuring your story captivates and resonates with young readers. Develop your unique voice while embracing improvisation and spontaneity as essential tools in your writing toolkit.
Embark on a journey of storytelling, where characters come to life and plots unfold organically. This course guides you through crafting a solid story structure with a focus on the three-act framework. Understand the significance of turning points and character evolution. Through practical exercises and insightful examples, gain the confidence to write a gripping synopsis. Equipped with this foundation, begin writing your children's book with clarity and purpose. Embrace the creative process, refine your writing skills, and bring your imaginative tales to life.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 15 downloads
What's included in this course?
Embark on a journey to master the art of writing children's fiction by exploring the depths of your creativity and imagination. Learn to transform spontaneous ideas into compelling narratives by tapping into your inner child. Develop a keen understanding of how to craft characters and plots that resonate with young readers. Gain insights into essential storytelling techniques, including the three-act structure, which will help you maintain tension and ensure your story unfolds in a captivating manner.
Discover practical exercises to strengthen your writing muscles and establish productive habits. Dive into character exploration, understanding their traits, weaknesses, and strengths, while ensuring they evolve throughout the story. Learn the importance of a well-crafted synopsis as your guiding light. Embrace the unexpected twists your characters might introduce, using them to enrich your narrative. By the end, you'll have a solid foundation and a clear path toward completing your first draft, ready to charm and inspire young audiences.
- 92% positive reviews (12)
- 432 students
- 16 lessons (3h 13m)
- 15 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- English · Portuguese · French · Polish · Romanian · Turkish · Italian · Dutch · German · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Craft a captivating children's book draft, starting from idea generation and character development to plot structuring and synopsis writing, while honing storytelling skills through creative exercises and practical guidance, culminating in a well-rounded, engaging narrative.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring writers passionate about crafting children's stories will find this course ideal. Whether you're new to writing or seeking to refine storytelling skills, the course offers valuable insights into creating engaging narratives, developing characters, and understanding plot structures. Perfect for those eager to explore their creativity and transform ideas into captivating tales for young readers.
Requirements and materials
A passion for writing, storytelling, and time commitment are key. Basic necessities include a notebook, computer, and a reading list provided in the course. No extensive prior knowledge is needed, just an eagerness to explore imaginative children's fiction.
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Ute Krause
A course by Ute Krause
Ute Krause is a renowned children’s book author and illustrator with a distinguished career in Germany and internationally. She has created over forty books for children, ranging from picture books to novels, and has illustrated over four hundred titles for various publishers. Her work has received award nominations, been translated into more than twenty languages, and adapted into series and films for German television.
Born in Berlin, Ute grew up in countries including Turkey, Nigeria, India, and Cyprus, and lived in the United States, experiences that shaped her worldview and creative approach. She currently lives in Berlin, but her passion for teaching has taken her worldwide, leading workshops and lectures in writing and illustration in collaboration with institutions such as the Goethe-Institut. Her Domestika courses guide students in developing stories and characters with a unique narrative and visual approach, blending technique, imagination, and artistic sensitivity.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Creating the Roots of a Story
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Where Ideas Come From
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Finding Sources of Inspiration 1
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Finding Sources of Inspiration 2
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Getting Started
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Working on the First Ideas
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Moving Towards the Story
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U3
Developing Characters and Plot
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Characters 1
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Characters 2
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Starting with the Plot by Deepening Your Characters
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Story Structure and Beginning with the First Act
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Second and Third Act
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Writing the Synopsis
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U4
Beginning the Novel
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First Three Pages: Finding the Tone of Voice and Perspective
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Final Notes
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Writing Children’s Fiction
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An amazing course by an amazing author! Her steps are very detailed and the exercises make practical sense. Now to get to writing as I have so many ideas! Thank you Ute! 🌹
What an amazing course! The content was beyond my expectations. Ute was very clear with her instructions and packed so many details into this short course. I am excited to start my journey, all thanks to the instructor. Recommend this course 100%.
Incredible course. It was the first one I´ve ever taken on this topic, and it gave me so much hope, joy, practical ideas, and amazing energy to keep going. She guides us precisely and motivates us through very effective methods. Love it so much!
Corso fantastico. L'insegnante fornisce molte informazioni utili per imparare a scrivere libri per bambini.
One of the best courses I have taken on writing for children. So much great and detailed information with wonderful examples throughout. A stand out course! Loved it. If you want to explore the process behind writing for children, and gain valuable skill, take Ute's course. Totally recommend it 100% .