How to Rhyme without Reason

Online on Zoom

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Anushka Ravishankar, author of over 40 books for children, is conducting a workshop on writing nonsense verse! Looking forward to exploring the world of nonsense and learn how to write verse that makes no sense at all.

₹400

Read, Write, Explore (Ages 9 and 10) – April 2024

Online on Zoom

THIS BATCH IS SOLD OUT! The next edition of 'Read, Write, Explore' will begin in June 2024.

'Read, Write, Explore' is an ongoing programme for ages nine and ten, which combines the concept of a book club with an introduction to creative writing. During the twelve online interactions, we read excerpts from three books and do activities of all kinds. Additionally, one class every two weeks focuses on creative writing. Do note that this means that even though we read excerpts in class, most of the reading happens independently! 

In April and May 2024, we will be reading The Misadventures of a Diamond Thief (Lubaina Bandukwala), Bat and the End of Everything (Elana K. Arnold) and The Curious Case of the Sweet and Spicy Sweetshop (Nandini Nayar). Classes are held online on Zoom, and there are only nine seats per batch!

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – April 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS BOOK CLUB. The next edition will begin in June 2024.
In April-May 2024, we will be reading When Jiya Met Urmila (Shabnam Minwalla), a book of mine--Dhara's Revolution, By Royal Appointment (Jeffrey Archer), and Strangus Derangus & Other Adventures of Little Shambu.

During every edition of my book club, we have 12 online interactions (45 minutes each), during which we read excerpts from four books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

₹4,500

Character Design: An Art Workshop

Online on Zoom

Priyankar Gupta, animation film designer and illustrator, is conducting a one-hour online session for us!
Discover the art of character design through a workshop focusing on "Nose-Chest-Pelvis" personalities. Delve into crafting characters by exploring the traits and emotions associated with these key body parts.

₹400

The ABCs of Blogging

Online on Zoom

Multiple award-winning blogger Anupama Dalmia is conducting a blogging workshop for us!
Discover how to create a blog, write engaging content, and connect with your readers through your own empowering digital space. This workshop will introduce blogging and the current industry scenario. Working with something I often stress during workshops, it will also touch upon audience, structure, content and more.

₹400

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – May 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS BOOK CLUB. New batches begin every alternate month, so watch this space to find out about the next edition.
In May and June 2024, we will be reading 'Ostrich Girl' (Lesley D. Biswas), 'A Giant Leap' (Thomas Scotto) and 'Ottoline Goes to School' (Chris Riddell).
At this book club, we will have 6 online interactions (one hour each), during which we read excerpts from three books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 15-17) – April 24

Online on Zoom

THIS BATCH IS SOLD OUT!
It is likely that the next writing programme for ages 15 to 17 will be held in October 2024.

During the course of 12 weeks, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
For ages 15 to 17, I will also conduct a session on crafting a query letter and the process of publishing, as several teens are committed to writing longer manuscripts that they wish to publish.
Classes will be held on Zoom, and there are only six seats per batch!

₹15,000

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 12-14) – April 24 – NEW BATCH!

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS PROGRAMME.
The next writing programme for ages 12 to 14 will be held in October 2024.
During this 12-week online creative writing course for ages 12 to 14, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
Classes are held on Zoom and there are only six seats per batch.

₹15,000

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 12-14) – April 24

Online on Zoom

THIS BATCH IS SOLD OUT!
During this 12-week online creative writing course for ages 12 to 14, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
Classes are held on Zoom and there are only six seats per batch.

₹15,000

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 9-11) – April 24

Online on Zoom

THIS BATCH IS SOLD OUT!
During this 12-week online creative writing programme for ages nine to 11, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
Classes are held on Zoom and there are only six seats per batch.

₹15,000

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – June 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS BOOK CLUB. New batches begin every alternate month, so watch this space to find out about the next edition.
In June and July 2024, we will be reading Ostrich Girl (Lesley D. Biswas), A Giant Leap (Thomas Scotto), Ottoline at Sea (Chris Riddell), and Lucky, It's Summer (Nalini Sorensen).
During every edition of my book club, we have 12 online interactions (45 minutes each), during which we read excerpts from four books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

₹4500

Read, Write, Explore (Ages 9 and 10) – June 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS PROGRAMME. New batches begin every alternate month, so watch this space to find out about the next edition.
'Read, Write, Explore' is an ongoing reading and creative writing programme for ages nine and ten, which combines the concept of a book club with an introduction to creative writing. During the twelve online interactions, we read excerpts from three books and do activities of all kinds. Additionally, one class every two weeks focuses on creative writing. Do note that this means that even though we read excerpts in class, most of the reading happens independently! 

In June and July 2024, we will be reading The Mystery of the Silk Umbrella (Asha Nehemiah), No Talking (Andrew Clements) and The Golden Eagle (Deepak Dalal).
Classes are held online on Zoom, and there are only nine seats per batch!

₹5000

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – August-September 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EDITION OF MY BOOK CLUB.
In August and September 2024, we will be reading Peanut Has a Plan (Yashodhara Lal), Sita's Chitwan (Vaishali Shroff), The Perfect Present (Abby Klein), and Mini's Books (Nandini Nayar).
During every edition of my book club, we have 12 online interactions (45 minutes each), during which we read excerpts from four books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

₹4,500

Read, Write, Explore (Ages 9 and 10) – August-September 2024

Online on Zoom

THIS BATCH IS SOLD OUT. I will start taking registrations for the next batch in September 2024.
'Read, Write, Explore' is an ongoing reading and creative writing programme for ages nine and ten. In August and September 2024, we will be reading Flyaway Boy (Jane De Suza), The Worst Witch to the Rescue (Jill Murphy) and In the Woof of Time (Monika Bhatkhande).
During the twelve online interactions, we read excerpts from three books and do activities of all kinds. Additionally, one class every two weeks focuses on creative writing. Do note that this means that even though we read excerpts in class, most of the reading happens independently! 
Classes are held online on Zoom, and there are only nine seats per batch!

₹5,000

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – October-November 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EDITION OF MY BOOK CLUB. The next batch begins in December 2024.
In October and November 2024 at my book club for ages seven and eight, we will be reading 'Susie Will Not Speak' (Shruthi Rao), 'Spellbound' (Nalini Sorensen), 'The Talking T-Rex' (Ron Roy), and a book of mine, 'The Best Idea of All'.
During every edition of my book club, we have 12 online interactions (45 minutes each), during which we read excerpts from four books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

₹4500

Read, Write, Explore (Ages 9 and 10) – October-November 2024

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EDITION OF READ, WRITE, EXPLORE. The next batch begins in December 2024.
'Read, Write, Explore' is an ongoing reading and creative writing programme for ages nine and ten. In October and November 2024, we will be reading 'Petu Pumpkin: Freedom Fighter' (Arundhati Venkatesh), 'Just Harriet' (Elana K. Arnold) and 'Dungeon Tales II' (Venita Coelho).
During the twelve online interactions, we read excerpts from three books and do activities of all kinds. Additionally, one class every two weeks focuses on creative writing. Do note that this means that even though we read excerpts in class, most of the reading happens independently! 
Classes are held online on Zoom, and there are only nine seats per batch!

₹5000

PodLab with Menaka Raman

Online on Zoom

What is a podcast? Who can make one? How do you go about it? Join Author and Podcast Producer Menaka Raman for a fun, interactive session that introduces you to the amazing world of audio podcasts.

₹400

The Art of Laughter with Arundhati Venkatesh

Online on Zoom

Can you find the funny in any situation? And make a book out of it? How? Join Arundhati Venkatesh, author of 'Bookasura', 'Petu Pumpkin: Freedom Fighter' and 'Ramanujan: From Zero to Infinity' as she takes you through her process in an interactive session.

₹400

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 12-14) – October-December 24

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EDITION OF MY WRITING PROGRAMME. The next batch begins in April 2025.
Over the course of three months, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
Classes are held on Zoom and there are only six seats per batch.

₹17000

Book Club (Ages 7 and 8) – December 2024-January 2025

Online on Zoom

Join an online book club for ages seven and eight! In December 2024 and January 2025, we will be reading The Great Escape (Menaka Raman), Bookasura (Arundhati Venkatesh), The Magic Finger (Roald Dahl), and In the Bear's Den (Reena I. Puri).
During every edition of my book club, we have 12 online interactions (45 minutes each), during which we read excerpts from four books. Based on what we read, we build links with other activities, including listening, performing, writing and critical thinking. Do note that classes are held on Zoom and that there are only nine seats per batch!

₹4,500

Read, Write, Explore (Ages 9 and 10) – December 2024-January 2025

Online on Zoom

Join 'Read, Write, Explore', an ongoing reading and creative writing programme for ages nine and ten!
In December 2024 and January 2025, we will be reading Birds on the Brain (Uma Krishnaswami), Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor (Lucy Brandt) and Paati vs UNCLE (Meera Ganapathi).
During the twelve online interactions, we read excerpts from three books and do activities of all kinds. Additionally, one class every two weeks focuses on creative writing. Do note that this means that even though we read excerpts in class, most of the reading happens independently! 
Classes are held online on Zoom, and there are only nine seats per batch!

₹5,000

Online Creative Writing Programme (Ages 9-11) – October-December 24

Online on Zoom

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EDITION OF MY WRITING PROGRAMME. The next batch begins in April 2025.
Over the course of three months, we will put together an e-magazine, for which we will explore poetry, drama and stories, working on feedback and the process of editing and rewriting. The fee includes 12 online interactions, up to three guest sessions and access to a private forum, where participants share their work.
Classes are held on Zoom and there are only six seats per batch.

₹17000