Kristin Darell
Books and films are very similar things. They’re just different ways to tell a story. For me, telling stories is a super fun way to spend my time.
Kristin Darell has been a writer and journalist for more than 20 years. She has worked at the
Seven Network, Australian News Channel and the ABC as a reporter and producer of news
and current affairs. During that time, Kristin reported live from bushfires and other disaster
zones, covered court and crime stories, the Winter Olympics, and specialised in the studio
production of breaking news. She loves writing for children and encouraging children to
write – particular helping them find ways to share what they are most passionate about.
Kristin is co-author of a middle-grade science fiction novel and a number of novellas raising
money for children’s cancer. She has also had essays on writing and other non-fiction
published in anthologies and online.
Kristin's programs
Non fiction writing
Heroes
Age: 9-12 years
Writing focus: Non fiction writing
Story starter
Description
A non-fiction program based around
the concept of ‘Heroes’, that guides
students through the different aspects
of non-fiction, opinion, persuasive,
report, blog and social media writing.
They will have access to journalist Kristin
Darell as well as video resources on
questioning techniques, bias, interviews
and the moral and legal aspects of
journalism.
Sample Program
Non fiction writing
Heroes
Age: 12-14 years
Writing focus: Non fiction writing
Story starter
Description
A non-fiction program based around
the concept of ‘Heroes’, that guides
students through the different aspects
of non-fiction, opinion, persuasive,
report, blog and social media writing.
They will have access to journalist Kristin
Darell as well as video resources on
questioning techniques, bias, interviews
and the moral and legal aspects of
journalism.
Sample Program
Non fiction writing
Heroes
Age: 14-16 years
Writing focus: Non fiction writing
Story starter
Description
A non-fiction program based around
the concept of ‘Heroes’, that guides
students through the different aspects
of non-fiction, opinion, persuasive,
report, blog and social media writing.
They will have access to journalist Kristin
Darell as well as video resources on
questioning techniques, bias, interviews
and the moral and legal aspects of
journalism.
Sample Program
What's included
For Students and Teachers:
- One printed 12-page A5 book per student
- Videos from author
- The story starter
- Writing program, linked to the curriculum
- Reference to quality text and research
- A digital book per student for life
Pricing
Price per student licence:
- 1 – 99 = $19.80
- 100 – 499 = $17.60
- 500 or more = $16.50
Every digital book can also create digital classroom libraries and bookclubs for parents to enjoy.
