Word Play

 

Word Play is a fun and creative exploration of writing and storytelling. We use a number of generative exercises to find inspiration in play, art, our imaginations, and the world around us. Students write, draw, act, and share their work aloud. The mix of structured and unstructured writing time lets students explore and practice elements of storytelling, written or visual. As in all our programs, we encourage students to share their work. Word Play is a fun and supportive place for reluctant writers and passionate storytellers, and is open to those new to The Telling Room as well as experienced writing veterans.

THE REGISTRATION LOTTERY IS NOW CLOSED. Registration for the Fall 2025 semester will be open from September 2nd - September 14th, 2025.

Any students not admitted to the Fall semester program via the lottery will be given priority registration for Winter semester 2026.

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Amy Kimball

Amy Kimball thinks having fun is of the utmost importance. Being a Teaching Artist with The Telling Room is the perfect job because it’s fun and challenging every day–meeting writers where they are and working with them to develop their craft. What could be better? Amy is a poet and memoirist with a masters in education.

WHO: Word Play is open to students ages 7 - 10. Each semester is filled with a lottery system. Any student placed on a waitlist will get priority registration for the following semester.

WHERE: Word Play takes place at The Telling Room, located at 225 Commercial Street, Suite 201 (second floor) in Portland, ME.


WHEN: Word Play is a semester program, and all sessions take place after school on Mondays from 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Fall 2025 semester of Word Play meets September 29th - December 8th, 2025. Any students not admitted to the Fall semester 2025 program via the lottery will be given priority registration for Winter semester 2026.

COST: Free! Please consider donating to help keep this unique afterschool literary arts program free for all students.

CONTACT: Any questions regarding Word Play can be directed to Marjolaine at marjolaine@tellingroom.org.

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