Creative Writing of Children's Books
A course by José Urriola , Writer
Learn the best writing and narrative techniques to create books for children.
- Spanish with subtitles in English
- 100% positive reviews (3)
- 365 students
Learn the best writing and narrative techniques to create books for children.
In this online course, you will discover the art of creating authentic children's stories from the hand of José Urriola, renowned writer and winner of the Best Books for Children and Young People award. You will learn to develop original and captivating stories for young readers, moving away from the common places and immersing yourself in the magic of imagination. During the course, you will explore the different stages of creation, from generating ideas to structuring the narrative.
Plus, you'll understand the relationship between text and illustration, and you'll get tools to proofread and edit your stories. At the end, you will have built a narrative proposal ready to become a new book. Embark on this creative journey and spark the curiosity of the most active minds with your own literary adventures.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 18 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (3)
- 365 students
- 14 lessons (2h 45m)
- 18 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
In the final project of this course, you will have the opportunity to build a narrative proposal that will serve as the basis for a new book aimed at young readers.
You will apply everything you have learned throughout the course, from generating ideas to structuring the story and the relationship between text and illustration. This project will allow you to bring your own children's narrative to life, awakening the curiosity and imagination of young readers.
Who is this online course for?
To all those passionate about creating stories and who wish to enter the world of children's stories. It doesn't matter if you are a writer, illustrator, graphic designer or simply interested in exploring the art of telling stories for the little ones.
This course will provide you with the necessary tools and techniques to develop your creativity and build original adventures that captivate children's minds and awaken their curiosity.
Requirements and materials
To get the most out of this course, we recommend having a pencil and paper to take notes during the lessons. Additionally, it's helpful to have access to books, movies, music, and other sources of inspiration to expand your creative vision. No prior knowledge in writing or illustration is required, just an inquiring mind and desire to learn.
Reviews
A course by José Urriola
José Urriola is a renowned writer and social communicator specialized in audiovisual arts. His passion for literature and cinema has led him to explore various artistic expressions in his creative writing. For several years, he worked as a screenwriter, producer and director for HBO Latin America, covering film festivals and creating programs related to the seventh art. However, his encounter with the universe of children's books was transformative.
She collaborated with the Book Bank, researching and promoting children's literature, which sparked her need to create her own stories. He has published children's books such as "Chupetes de Luna" and "Cuentos a kickas", receiving recognition and awards for his outstanding work in the literary field. José Urriola is a passionate writer who fuses the literary with the visual, the cinematic and the musical, captivating readers of all ages with his unique narrative adventures.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Approach to children's literature
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Libros para niños: un asunto serio
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Estrategias para atrapar ideas
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Estructura y género 1
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Estructura y género 2
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¿Ilustrar o no ilustrar?
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U3
The craft of narrating
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How a book is born
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A handmade map
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Landing the ideas
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The hard task of correcting
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U4
Assembling the story
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Bring order to disorder
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Work with the illustrator
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¿Publicar o autopublicar?
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FP
Final project
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Creación de libros infantiles
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Certificates
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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lidiacoronado
PlusQue alegría este curso, me encanta. Los niños son un público retador, inteligente y creativo. Estoy disfrutando de cada sección de este curso. Muchas gracias
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overtrees
PlusI have not yet finished this course but I am finding it thoughtful and useful. José Urriola is an interesting teacher with creative ideas to help in writing stories for children.
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