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Quality Guarantee: Promising training excellence, satisfaction gurantee Accredited by CPD UK & Quality License Scheme Tutor Support Unlimited support via email, till you complete the course Recognised Certification: Accepted by thousands of professional bodies Start Anytime With 1 year access to the course materials Online Learning Learn from anywhere, whenever you want You will discover the art of writing for young readers from this comprehensive Children's Book Writing Course. You will acquire storytelling techniques in diverse genres empowering you to become a successful children's book author. This course at a glance Accredited by CPD UK Endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme Know critical information to include in children's writing Know five keys to write successful write-ups Learn how to come up with ideas, characters, and do plotting Learn the mechanics of writing Understand significant technical issues and points of view Get to know types of children's books such as fiction, novels, and picture books Get acquainted with advanced fiction techniques Master the technique to interview with a children's author Why Children's Book Writing Course right for you? This comprehensive online course will give you a broader purview of writing mechanics such as planning and basic storytelling and essential technical issues such as point of view and structure. You will also study children's books such as picture books, transition books, chapter books, junior novels, and young adult fiction. You will learn about advanced fiction techniques such as dialogue and 'show don't tell'. Apart from that, you will learn how to interview a children's author, come with creative ideas and include storytelling in your write-ups. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of storytelling, tips to write good write-ups, the mechanics of writing, and the types of children's books. Children's Book Writing Course Details Accredited by CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.   The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Course Curriculum Introduction Introduction to Children's Writing Crucial Information 5 Keys to Writing Success Improve Your A.I.M Coming Up With Ideas Getting Ideas Characters Plotting The Mechanics of Writing Planning Basic Story Telling Important Technical Issues Point of View Technical Issues Structure Types of Children's Books Picture Books One Picture Books Two Picture Books Three Easy Readers Transition Books Chapter Books Junior Novels Young Adult Fiction Advanced Fiction Techniques Dialogue Show Don't Tell Conclusion Conclusion Interview With a Children's Author Interview Part One Interview Part Two Interview Part Three Who should take this course? This comprehensive course is perfect for those who want to teach their children the art of writing, understand the techniques to write an appealing write-up, and some of the technical issues involved in children's writing. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this children's book writing course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This children's book writing course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner can grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. Certification Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35. FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. 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Learn how to write appealing stories for children by taking this Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children course.  Writing for children is not an easy task. You must understand their psychology and write in a way that captivates them. This Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course will provide step-by-step instructions on creating engaging storybooks for kids. In this course, you'll look into the aspects of idea generation, character creation, plotting, story planning, and storytelling. In addition, you'll learn about technical writing issues. You'll also explore the various types of children's books to get ideas for what to put in your writings.  Learning Outcomes Gain an excellent understanding of children's storybook writing Understand the mechanics of writing Explore the art of storytelling Be able to structure a story Gain the skills in character creation Go through the various types of children's books Familiarise yourself with the advanced fiction techniques Who is this course for Anyone interested in writing great storybooks for children can take this Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course.  Entry Requirement This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over. Good understanding of the English language, numeracy and ICT skills are required to take this course. Certification After you have successfully completed the course, you will obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. And, you will also receive a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hardcopy for £39 or in PDF format at the cost of £24. The PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours, and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why Choose Us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos and materials from the industry-leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The United Kingdom & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet and desktop from anywhere, anytime; Substantial career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path The Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children Course provides essential skills that will make you more effective in your role. It would be beneficial for any related profession in the industry, such as: Author Writer Children's Author Fiction Writer Introduction Introduction to Children's Storybook Writing FREE 00:02:00 Crucial Information 00:02:00 Keys to Success 00:02:00 A.I.M 00:04:00 Coming Up With Ideas Getting Ideas 00:02:00 Character Creation 00:02:00 Characters and Plotting 00:04:00 The Mechanics of Writing Planning Your Story 00:03:00 Storytelling 00:03:00 Important Technical Issues Point of View 00:04:00 Technical Writing Issues 00:04:00 Story Structure 00:02:00 Types of Children's Books Picture Books 1 00:03:00 Picture Books 2 00:03:00 Picture Books 3 00:02:00 Easy Readers 00:03:00 Transition Books 00:01:00 Chapter Books 00:02:00 Junior Novels 00:02:00 Young Adult Fiction 00:04:00 Advanced Fiction Techniques Dialogue 00:05:00 Show don't Tell 00:05:00 Conclusion Conclusion 00:02:00 Resources Resources - Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:00:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Creative Writing Course: Writing Storybooks For Children 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

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