Matt Goodfellow Workshop
The Children’s Bookshow allocates four free workshops for schools who attend a related theatre performance.
Matt Goodfellow has lots of experience running workshops for children. During this hour-long workshop, Matt will explore language, and encourage children to have the confidence to use their own voice so they can gather ideas for a poem they can write themselves.
- Suitable for:
- Years 5 and 6
The children got their books today - they were so excited, we put in the book plates that you gave us, the children even took the books outside during playtime today to share the poems with their friends!!
What you need to know
- Length of workshop:
- Approx. 1 hour
- Location of workshop:
- We will come to your school
- Number of children:
- Workshops are for a class of 30 children
- Suitable for:
- Years 5 and 6
Please note, a teacher must be present throughout the workshop
Materials needed
- Whiteboard
- Pens and paper for the children
Book a related theatre performance to be eligible for one of four free workshops
This workshop is allocated to a school attending a specific theatre performance with 30 or more children; visit the performance page to find out more and book:
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About Matt Goodfellow
Matt Goodfellow is from Manchester. Before embarking on his poetry career, Matt spent over 10 years as a Year 6 primary school teacher. Now a multi award winning full-time poet, Matt spends his time writing and touring the UK and beyond – visiting schools, libraries and festivals to deliver high-energy, inspirational poetry performances and workshops. His debut novel, told in verse, The Final Year, illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton, won the CLiPPA Award for Children’s Poetry 2024.
On the day
- Please inform your school receptionist that our artist will be arriving so they can be welcomed warmly.
- A teacher must be present throughout the workshop.
- Make sure that all the materials that our artist has requested are ready and available.
- Please let us know if any of the children have particular requirements, and ensure that their normal carer is present.
- The offer of a cup of tea is often greatly appreciated!
Have any questions? Get in touch
Your contact for this performance is Lana Needham, she will be happy to answer any queries you have:
- lana@thechildrensbookshow.com
- Phone
- 07960 262843