School Programs
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Discover the magic of CrownTheWriter programs, where inclusion and diversity shine bright! Our goal is to make every child feel extraordinary and empowered to seize the world.
Our programs are open to all, celebrating every age, race, culture, and background!
Join us for a captivating experience featuring interactive book readings, fun and engaging activities, in depth Q&A sessions, and memorable book signings. Let’s embark on this inspiring journey together!
Interactive Readings
Memorable Moments
What you need to get started!
Most of the school-age programs are interactive and need time to prepare and plan for.
Please allow at least a month of planning.
Find the kit for your grade school program below!
Interactive Readings
Memorable Moments
grade school
All programs come with an interactive reading of Black Boy, Black Boy and Black Girl, Black Girl.
Classroom set of the books are available upon request.
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Sticker Party: K-2 $500 - $1000
This program focuses on self-expression, diversity, and celebrating individuality. In this 90-minute session, we will read inspiring books that explore themes of diversity and identity, followed by a creative workshop where students will receive their custom stickers that reflect their unique perspectives on their futures. The program includes a 20-minute Q&A, offering students the opportunity to discuss the books' themes, ask questions, and share their thoughts on embracing their own voices.
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If you can read, you can be anything: K-3 $250 -$500
This program inspires self-exploration, goal-setting, and personal growth. In this engaging 45-minute session, we’ll journey through a thought-provoking book, encouraging students to consider their future with an open mind. Following the reading, students will participate in an interactive Q&A to share insights and ask questions, wrapping up with a creative, one-page activity where they can envision and outline their dreams, goals, and the steps to make them a reality.
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My bright future picture book: 2-5 $500- $1000
This program fosters self-discovery, creativity, and forward-thinking. In this immersive 90-minute session, students will explore how they see themselves and their unique place in the world by creating personalized "My Future" picture books. Guided reflection and prompts will help students delve into their values, dreams, and the impact they hope to have, all while expressing their stories through art and writing. With support and encouragement, students will leave with a tangible representation of their future selves and the confidence to pursue their dreams.
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My Future Bingo K - 5 $250 - $500
This program combines fun, reflection, and goal-setting in an interactive journey toward students’ futures. In this dynamic 45-minute session, we’ll read an inspiring story together, sparking ideas about possibilities ahead. The excitement continues with "My Future" Bingo, where students connect with their own dreams through an engaging game that encourages everyone to think big and envision their paths forward. Each student will leave with a prize, symbolizing the unique futures they’re beginning to imagine—along with a boost of confidence and excitement for what’s ahead.
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Empowerment Letters $500 - $750
This program fosters self-confidence, vision, and lasting inspiration. In this transformative 90-minute session, students will reflect on their dreams and future aspirations as we read an uplifting story together. Afterwards, each student will write a heartfelt empowerment letter to their future self, filled with encouragement, personal insights, and reminders of their unique strengths. This letter will become a powerful keepsake they can revisit, serving as a reminder of their potential and resilience. Through this activity, students will leave with a tangible piece of inspiration to carry forward as they navigate their paths ahead.
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Career Role Play $500 - $750
This program fosters teamwork, creativity, and career awareness in an immersive, hands-on experience. In this lively 90-minute session, students will journey into the world of various professions as we begin with a captivating book that introduces diverse career paths. Students will then break into small groups, with each group assigned a different profession to "step into." Working together, they’ll create a short skit or presentation that showcases “a day in the life” of their assigned role, bringing their profession to life through imagination and collaboration. This interactive program encourages students to envision new possibilities for their futures while practicing essential skills like communication, empathy, and problem-solving.
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Vision Board Creation: 3 - 5 $500 - $750
This program inspires creativity, self-expression, and purposeful goal-setting. In this empowering 90-minute session, students will embark on a journey of self-discovery as we discuss dreams, goals, and the exciting possibilities the future holds. Following our conversation, each student will have the opportunity to craft a unique vision board, selecting images, words, and symbols that represent their aspirations. This engaging, hands-on activity not only encourages students to think deeply about who they want to become but also empowers them to actively visualize and embrace their potential. Students will leave with a vibrant, personal keepsake to remind them of the goals they’re excited to pursue.
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Affirmation Poster: 3 - 5 $500 - $750
This program inspires confidence, self-worth, and a growth mindset. In this encouraging 90-minute session, students will explore the importance of self-belief as we discuss their dreams and the limitless possibilities ahead. After our conversation, each student will design a unique affirmation poster with powerful statements like “I am capable of amazing things” or “My dreams are within reach.” They’ll bring their affirmations to life by decorating their posters with colors, drawings, and personal touches that reflect their aspirations. This creative, hands-on experience will leave students with a vibrant reminder of their potential, giving them the confidence to pursue their goals with determination and positivity.
What you need to get started!
Most of the school-age programs are interactive and need time to prepare and plan for.
Please allow at least a month of planning.
Find the kit for your program below!
Memorable Moments
MIddle School
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Crown's Journey: Embracing Strength and Identity $500 - $750
This program focuses highlight the themes of empowerment, resilience, and embracing one’s identity, with a 20-minute dynamic Q&A where students can ask questions and share their thoughts.. In this 90-minute program, we will read all three issues of Crown, have a question/answer session and students will be divided into small groups and design their own superhero character, with a live showcase.
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Comic Creation Workshop $750 - $1500
This program focuses on immersing students in the creative process behind Crown Comics. After a webinar introducing the basics of comic storytelling, character development, and writing for illustrators, students will put their newfound knowledge into practice through a hands-on panel-writing workshop.. In this 90-minute program, we will view a webinar that teaches basics of Comics and students will be divided into small groups and provided with a blank comic panel worksheet. Each group will start by developing the first panel of a shared comic, focusing on setting the scene and introducing characters inspired by Crown Comics.
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Comic Role Play and Skits $750 - $1000
This program focuses on immersing students in the world of Crown Comics, focusing on character development and thematic storytelling. Students will read one or two issues of the comic and then engage in a fun skit activity to bring the story to life and explore the characters’ motivations and experiences. In this 90-minute program, we will read an issue or two of Crown Comics and students will be put into small groups, where they will explore key characters from the book, and groups will create an original skit that expands on an untold moments or side story involving their assigned character.
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Building a Story, One Scene at a Time $750 - $1000
This program focuses on taking students on an immersive journey into the world of Crown Comics. In this 90-minute program, students will collaboratively create a 5-page comic strip after reading an issue, learning how to build a cohesive story scene-by-scene.
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Exploring the Final Frontier: Women Who Shaped Space Exploration $500 - $750
This program focuses understanding achievements of the groundbreaking women featured in Changemakers IN Space. In this 90-minute program, we will read about women in space and then students will create a collaborative timeline showcasing the women discussed in the book.
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Resilience and Innovation: Lessons from Women in Space $750 - $1000
This program focuses the stories of perseverance and creativity from Changemakers in Space: Women Leading the Way. In this 90-minute program,We will discuss stories about Wanda Díaz-Merced adapted her research techniques to study space through sound after losing her sight, and how Andrea Ghez’s 25-year journey led to the discovery of a supermassive black hole. After our discussion students will write a letter to one of the women featured in the book, thanking her for her contributions to space exploration and explaining how her story has inspired them personally.
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Storytellers and Visionaries: Women Changing the World of Art and Literature $750 - $1000
This program focuses the incredible impact of women in literature and the arts. The author will discuss figures like Misty Copeland, the first Black principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, and G. Willow Wilson, the creator of groundbreaking literary characters. In this 90-minute program, we will explore a few women featured in the book and student be divided into groups and create a poster that showcases the woman’s achievements, including key facts, an illustration, and a famous quote or significant contribution. After completing the posters, the class will set up an “exhibit walk” where students move around the room and read each other’s work.
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Ink and Impact: The Power of Women Writers and Artists $750 - $1000
This program focuses on on the powerful stories of women who have made lasting impacts in literature and the arts. The author will highlight figures like Misty Copeland, the first Black principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, and G. Willow Wilson, known for her culturally significant work in comics. In this 90-minute program, Students will explore how these changemakers pushed boundaries and inspired generations. Students create an artistic piece that visually represents the achievements and legacy of one of the women. This could be a poster, collage, or drawing that incorporates symbols, quotes, and themes reflecting her contributions and influence.
high school
in - person & online
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Crafting Your Own Comic Vision $500 -750
This program provides high school students with an immersive, individualized experience in comic creation, inspired by Crown Comics. In this dynamic 90-minute session, students will begin with a focused webinar that delves into advanced techniques in comic storytelling, character development, and writing for visual narratives. Following the webinar, each student will embark on their own project, working independently on a blank comic panel worksheet. They will create the opening scenes of a unique comic, focusing on setting the scene, crafting multi-dimensional characters, and establishing tone. This individual project allows students to explore their personal creative voices and hone their storytelling skills as they lay the foundation for an original comic concept inspired by the depth and artistry of Crown Comics. By the end of the session, each student will have the beginnings of a comic story that reflects their vision and creativity.
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Fantasy Storytelling - Crafting Immersive Worlds and Characters $500 - $750
This program immerses high school students in the advanced art of fantasy storytelling, exploring the tools and techniques needed to bring imaginative worlds to life. In this 90-minute session, students will begin with a focused workshop covering essential elements of world-building, character development, and crafting engaging plot twists that keep readers hooked. Through hands-on exercises, students will learn how to establish unique rules for their worlds, design complex characters, and add depth to magical elements that make fantasy feel real. Following the instructional segment, students will dive into individual writing activities where they’ll start crafting the opening scenes of their own fantasy stories. This engaging workshop challenges students to think deeply about what makes fantasy compelling, while encouraging them to push creative boundaries and develop a unique voice. By the end of the session, each student will leave with the foundation of an original fantasy story and a toolkit of advanced techniques to continue building intricate worlds, plots, and characters long after the workshop concludes.
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Crafting Collaborative Comic Strips: $500 -750
This program takes high school students on an immersive journey into the creative world of Crown Comics. In this 90-minute session, students will start by reading an issue of Crown Comics, gaining inspiration from its characters and storytelling style. Following the reading, students will work collaboratively to create 5 new pages of Crown Comic, learning how to build a cohesive story scene-by-scene. Each student will have a role in shaping the plot, developing characters, and adding visual elements to bring their comic to life. This hands-on workshop guides students through the fundamentals of comic creation, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, story flow, and character consistency. By the end of the session, students will have created a unique comic strip that combines their creative ideas and teamwork, leaving with a deeper understanding of the comic storytelling process.