"Tracy is a vibrant, kind and brilliant personality full of amazing ideas to
make the kids' creative writing sessions absolutely phenomenal."
— Azeeta, Parent
School Visits
Tracy is an experienced and qualified teacher. She works with schools to offer engaging enrichment opportunities with meaningful impact to children in the EYFS to KS3.
What it can include
✿Small or priority group writing sessions focusing on drafting vs editing, being selective with language or increasing writing confidence.
✿Interactive whole school assemblies promoting reading and writing (for fun!)
✿Creative projects and workshops linked to the curriculum that build children's self-esteem.
The impact
Improved literacy outcomes and a sense of awe and wonder. Children's imaginations are sparked as their love of books, storytelling and writing is developed and enhanced.
Brains charged, pens ready!
Community Workshops
Tracy launched The Writing Den in 2020, working with libraries, festivals and community groups.
What it can include
✿Interactive activities to improve literacy and love of wordplay.
✿One-off workshops or extended projects.
✿Sessions for home educated families or mixed ages.
The impact
Workshops connect writers of all ages and stages, build confidence, and show that everyone has a story worth sharing.
Speaking Events
Talks and panels for festivals, conferences, educators and writing groups.
What it can include
✿Keynotes on supporting children's reading and writing at home or in the classroom.
✿Panels and author 'in conversation' events, including those about neurodivergence.
✿Sessions for aspiring writers about writing craft and building a creative career.
The impact
Audiences leave inspired with practical ideas to nurture readers and writers.
Kind words
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My daughter loved it and asked if she was going back to The Writing Den tomorrow.
— Natalie, Parent
“
You've done an amazing job with Jonny and his confidence has increased leaps and bounds. He doesn't get upset about writing anymore. He's much more free spirited with his ideas now.
— Abby, Parent
“
My son hated writing yet he loves coming to The Writing Den. Thank-you for inspiring him to want to write.
— Shereen, Parent
“
The workshops are fun and very exciting. I've learnt a lot.
— Ian, Young Author
Let's Get Creative
Planning a visit, workshop or event? Tracy would love to hear from you.