Filmmaking For Kids

Instructors: Sancha Tatlock
SPARC Area: Arts

Writing the Story Only You Can Tell

What if your child could learn how to shape their ideas, emotions, and imagination into a story that truly moves people?

Turn Stories into Movies!

Becoming a filmmaker used to take years of training and millions of dollars, now all you need is a smartphone and a little creativity!

With the incredible cameras on phones today and easy-to-use editing tools, anyone can create films. The only thing missing? Knowing a few tricks of the trade!

Kids are natural visual storytellers.

In this course, they’ll learn how to turn their fun and creative stories into films that truly pop! AND - we’ll make it fun and easy through our master instructors guiding them every step of the way.

Showcasing Your Kid's Ideas

Learning to create compelling visual stories isn’t just fun, it’s one of the most powerful ways your child can make an impact! Whether raising awareness for a cause, funding a new entrepreneurial idea, or honoring someone special, telling their story through film multiplies its reach and effectiveness.

At the end of the course, your child will get to showcase their creative masterpiece at our Coherence Film Showcase, where friends and family are invited to celebrate their filmmaking journey!

What Makes This Class Special?

Learn the foundations of screenwriting: acts, arcs, and scenes

Practice dialogue writing and story pacing

Strengthen focus, imagination, and voice through weekly writing

Create meaningful characters and compelling plots

Develop their own original screenplay from start to finish

Receive guidance from a professional screenwriter and award-winning teacher

Weekly Journey

Learn how to use money wisely, make values-based choices, and even launch your own mini-business — all while having fun!
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January 15, 2025 | 9:00am pacific time

What is a Short Film, and why can it be so powerful?

Explore storytelling through short films. Students will begin coming up with ideas for their short film and the story and characters behind it.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Needs, Wants & Wise Choices

Learn the difference between needs and wants, and how to make thoughtful money decisions.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

How Money Flows (Earning, Spending, Saving)

Follow the journey of money: how it comes in, goes out, and how you can make it work for you.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Your Money Personality

Are you a spender, saver, sharer, or planner? Discover your natural style, and how to balance it.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Building a Mini-Business

Turn your ideas into a real-life mini business! Learn the steps to plan, offer, and sell something of value.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Marketing with Heart

Learn how to talk about what you offer with honesty, creativity, and kindness, not pressure.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Tracking, Tweaking & Growing

Learn how to keep track of your income, expenses, and goals, and how to adjust as you grow.
September 8, 2025 | 8:00am pacific time

Pitch Time! The Mini Shark Tank

Present your mini-business idea to a friendly panel of “sharks”! Celebrate your creativity, courage, and all the skills you’ve learned.
Topics may evolve as we continue refining the course to best support student experience and flow.

Is This Class Right for Your Kid?

This class is perfect for kids who love stories, videos, or creating things.

Whether they’ve never filmed before or already make little videos at home, this course gives them simple skills, clear guidance, and a fun outlet to bring their ideas to life.

Enroll Now and Bring Your Child’s Story to the Screen

Enrollment includes:
✓ Weekly live sessions (1 hour 40 minutes)
✓ Step-by-step guidance through filming and editing
✓ Simple tools kids can use on any device
✓ Supportive feedback and creative encouragement
✓ Access to class recordings
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Our Heartfelt Guarantee

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We want kids to feel capable of handling the volatile conditions of life. We want them confident in their ability to access their inner power. If your kid attends the classes, does the exercises, and you don’t witness them feeling more empowered, let us know and we will promptly provide you a full refund.

What makes us different

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the course be recorded?

Yes! All sessions are recorded with captions and will be available within 48 hours after the live class.

What age is this course best for?

This course is designed for ages 10 and up, but the ideas we explore are meaningful at any age. Younger children may enjoy joining with a parent, and teens and adults often find the content just as fascinating.

What’s the time commitment?

Plan for 1 hour of live class each week, plus 10–30 minutes a day for light reflection, journaling, or hands-on exploration.

What materials will we need?

You’ll just need access to Zoom, a printer (for optional journal pages), and a notebook or binder to collect reflections and drawings. We’ll send everything else digitally.
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Box Elder, SD 57719

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