Thriving Writers Programs
Fall 2026
Ages 8-11 (This is not a strict age range. Please contact to see if the class is a good fit.)
Mondays 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Lafayette (near 95th and Baseline)
Dates: 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 (No meetings on 9/7 for Labor Day, 10/19 for fall break, and 11/23 for Thanksgiving week)
Tuition: $750 ($50 discount for siblings and referrals)
A $50 deposit is required to hold your spot. The remaining balance is due August 3, 2026
2 make-up Zoom calls per student per semester are available for missed classes.
A parent education session is included each semester.
*This is a drop-off program.
Homeschool Program
"Don't be afraid to live like a writer. Writers explore. There are two whole universes for you to explore--the one on the inside, and the physical one on the outside. Take your choice: inner or outer. Or best: both." —-~Ralph Fletcher
Writers greatly benefit from being part of a writing community. In this program, young writers will not only receive high quality writing instruction, but will learn from their peers by giving and receiving feedback. I facilitate a safe community in which writers are encouraged, celebrated and supported. Because writers are more motivated when writing is relevant to them, I adapt the lessons to the interests and needs of participants. Sessions take place in Lafayette in a cozy indoor space and outdoors, weather permitting. Writers may need to bring a device for word processing or research. Group size is kept small to ensure writers receive individual feedback each meeting. In each session, writers will work on the following goals:
GOAL 1: Understand the purposes of writing.
Why: Having a purpose increases motivation and engagement.
GOAL 2: Adopt a writer's mindset and habits.
Why: Understanding and implementing how real writers operate leads to
successful writing experiences.
GOAL 3: Use mentor texts to plan, organize, draft, and revise effective pieces.
Why: Writers learn best from other writers and good examples of writing.
GOAL 4: Give and receive feedback.
Why: Real-world writers write within a community of other writers.
GOAL 5: Incorporate creativity.
Why: Each writer has a unique voice to share with the world.
What families have to say about Thriving Minds writing programs:
“My son greatly benefitted from Abby's class. She created a great environment where he felt comfortable to experiment and ask questions and enjoyed the other kids in his class. Abby outlined what would take place in the class and responded promptly to any inquiry I made to her. I felt that she genuinely cared for him and was interested in his growth as a writer. Thanks Abby for your hard work!” ~B.C., parent
“My daughter really liked her class in terms of strategies and diverse ideas in writing skills. She also got very exciting experience in making a podcast. She felt more confidence and got interested in writing. I believe she can make continuous efforts in building her writing skills.” ~Y.S., parent
“Thank you so much, Abigail, for this one-year writing lesson. You are an awesome writing teacher and greatly helpful with my daughter’s writing skills. At the beginning of classes, she was struggling and now has much more confidence with writing. She really likes you and enjoyed your writing lessons. If in the future we decide to sign up for additional writing lessons, you will be on the top of the list.” ~J.M., parent