Creative Sparks Conference

Creative Sparks
Igniting the desire to read and write

Keynote Speakers

Michael Rosen, Children's Laureate on igniting the desire to read

Ninive Calegari, CEO of 826 National, USA on igniting the desire to write

A conference for learning professionals interested in creative approaches to literature in education.
27 February 2009, Corn Exchange, Edinburgh

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With the development of Curriculum for Excellence there has never been a better time for teachers and librarians, writers and literature professionals to work together to foster excitement about reading, writing and language in young people.

Creative Sparks will:

• Inspire educators in their creative approaches to literature and language
• Provide practical strategies and techniques guaranteed to be effective in schools
• Showcase innovative and successful projects and encourage sharing of good practice
• Foster discussion between writers and educators about the development of literature and language in schools

**Creative Sparks will provide at least 8 hours of CPD on creative approaches to literature and language**

Standard Life Best Practice Awards

If you have developed a project in your school or library that you think is innovative and really effective, we would love to hear from you. The 5 best projects will have the opportunity to showcase their work for 6 minutes each at the conference. The winner will be chosen by the delegates and will be announced at the celebratory reception at the end of the day.

Submit a project for the Best Practice Awards here 

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