826 Valencia

Biographical note:

826 Valencia is a nonprofit that runs writing programs for kids in cities across the United States, and is known for its imaginative and funny products and publications. Founded in San Francisco by Dave Eggers, there are now 826 chapters in Los Angeles, New York, Seattle, Boston, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Ann Arbor.

Main description:

Write a to-do list for a villain. Describe your dream tree house. Create a haiku about your shoes.

Young writers will get their creative juices flowing with this collection of smart, funny, and thought-provoking writing exercises. Kids can open to any page to find inspiration, express themselves, and jump-start their literary genius. Collected from the clever minds of 826 Valencia, 642 Things to Write About: Young Writer's Edition is the ultimate playground for imaginative children.