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What is the THIN AIR school program and how can it benefit my students?<\/strong><\/p>\n Our School Program<\/strong> showcases acclaimed writers for kids, from new readers to near-adult readers. It has two streams: Writers to the Schools<\/strong>, where the youngest and oldest students welcome writers to their classrooms or school libraries, and the School Stage<\/strong>, where middle-years students take in theatre-style shows.<\/p>\n For many kids, the School Program will be their first introduction to a real writer-and the impact can be dramatic. Students are inspired to read. They also imagine themselves as potential writers. Reading is obviously a crucial skill in today’s world. New research also shows that literary texts actually support the development of the emotional centres in the brain, fostering empathy and creativity in our children and youth.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Primary students<\/strong> (K-3) can meet a writer for a half-hour or full-hour slot. Presentations generally include reading time followed by a chance for students to ask their millions of questions.<\/p>\n High schools<\/strong> (grade 10-12) are also eligible for in-school visits for one hour. Writers will read from new work and talk with students about how they handle their craft. Writers exercises may be an option as well.<\/p>\n Scheduling is tailored to accommodate both school and writer. Whenever possible, we’ll put the teacher and writer in contact in September to plan the visit. Fee: $250\/hour (or 2 half-hour slots for younger kids)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO BOOK A VISIT TO YOUR SCHOOL!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Larry Verstraete<\/a>\u00a0(available Monday September 23 & Tuesday, September 24 morning only)<\/p>\n Candace Savage<\/a> (available Tuesday, September 24)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO BOOK A VISIT TO YOUR SCHOOL!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Veuillez patienter pour des nouvelles du programme scolaire.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Jen Storm<\/a> (available Monday, September 23 & Tuesday, September 24)<\/p>\n Garry Thomas Morse<\/a>\u00a0(available Monday, September 23 & Tuesday, September 24)<\/p>\n Brenda Hasiuk<\/a> (available Wednesday, September 25 & Friday, September 27)<\/p>\n Madeline Coopsammy<\/a> (available Monday, September 23-Friday, September 27)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO BOOK A VISIT TO YOUR SCHOOL!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Middle years students (grade 4 – 6 and grades 7 – 9) attend the School Stage at the Manitoba Theatre for Young People (MTYP) at The Forks. Each event features a writer presenting new work, then answering questions from the audience. One school will win the featured book in our door prize draw. Shows last 75 minutes. CLICK HERE TO BOOK SEATS FOR OUR SCHOOL STAGE!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Brett Huson<\/a> (available Tuesday, September 25 at 10:00am-11:15am)<\/p>\n Larry Verstraete<\/a> (available Wednesday, September 25 at 10:00am-11:15am)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO BOOK SEATS FOR OUR SCHOOL STAGE!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Harriet Zaidman<\/a>\u00a0(available Wednesday, September 25 at 1:00pm-2:15pm & Thursday, September 26 at 1:00pm-2:15pm)<\/p>\n Aviaq Johnston<\/a> (available Thursday, September 26 at 10:00am-11:15am)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO BOOK SEATS FOR OUR SCHOOL STAGE!<\/a><\/p>\n Please note: each writer\/visit requires its own booking form. If you wish to book more than one writer\/visit, please submit another form.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We are proud to have McNally Robinson Booksellers as the official bookseller for THIN AIR. If you would like to purchase the\u00a0featured book, or any books by our THIN AIR School Program writers, please visit McNally Robinson’s online store.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Click on the BOOKING links embedded above. These will take you to a page where you can fill in the necessary information. Your school may register for more than one session. Registration is open all summer and will continue into September. All bookings are subject to writer availability.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you have any questions, please contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n Chelsey Young\u00a0<\/b>How does the WRITERS TO THE SCHOOLS option work?<\/h2>\n
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\nGroup size: approximately 50 students
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\n<\/em>PLEASE NOTE:<\/strong> Half-hour slots are only available for Kindergarten and Grade 1 groups. Writers must be booked for a minimum of one hour<\/strong> (ie: one hour long presentation or two half hour presentations).
\n<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nK – 3<\/h3>\n
\n10 – 12<\/h3>\n
\nHow does the SCHOOL STAGE option work?<\/h2>\n
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\nTheatre capacity: 300, first-come-first-served
\nFee: $3 per person (including teachers and chaperones)<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n4 – 6<\/h3>\n
\n7 – 9<\/h3>\n
\nHow do I purchase books by the THIN AIR School Program writers?<\/h2>\n
\nHow do I register my students?<\/h3>\n
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\nSchool Program Coordinator<\/strong>
\nmarketing@thinairwinnipeg.ca<\/strong><\/a>
\n204-951-8233<\/strong><\/p>\n