Testimonials

"Most importantly, Janet helps the kids find and consolidate their sense of self through writing — I believe this is what resonates so deeply with the children."— a parent

"She is passionate, knowledgeable, caring and makes him feel empowered as a learner and creative writer."— a parent

"My kids have been yelling at me for not signing them up for a class with you this summer."— a parent

"Your writing program is the only after-school program that my kids want to do."— a parent

"It's even more fun than school because it's school with a dog!"— a student

"We are sprouting into writing!"— a student

"I never enjoyed writing until you taught me how — now I love it!"— a student

"Read us your own stories. They are better than published books!"— a student, choosing between a published author and Janet's stories

"You've helped my three boys so much and we would love to build on what they've learned this summer again next year."— a parent

"I need to thank you for reawakening the excitement of learning for E. this week. She has come home from your writing lessons totally invigorated. I haven't seen that kind of enthusiasm from her in a long time — thank you!"— a parent

"We had never imagined that P. would sit down and agree to write without having a tantrum. Since last week, we have seen him turn a corner. He now sits down to write for at least 20 minutes without fuss. He says that writing is not that bad and that 'show not tell' is a lot of fun — which is like music to our ears."— a parent

"Wow… I have NEVER heard my son say he had FUN writing until yesterday. What joy!"— a parent

"He officially states that writing is actually fun, and as he steps into the car after each lesson he boasts how much he learned in the past hour — he even claims he has learned more during these lessons than in his entire year of 6th grade. I truly wish there were more teachers like you!"— a parent

"Mom, that was a life-changing experience!"— a student, after class

"I don't believe anyone does what you do! I haven't heard of anything else that actually inspires children to write while at the same time teaching them all the strategies you do."— a parent

"You are 'The Kid Whisperer.'"— a parent

"Thank you Janet, for crafting a space where my son could shed his fears and embrace writing with newfound vigor. Your approach has instilled in him a belief and courage that was missing before."— a parent