D2) Back to School: How to Start Writing about Science for Kids
- Time:
- Saturday, October 18th, 3:45 pm to 5:15 pm
- Location:
- Burkhart B, Hilton Columbus Downtown
- Speaker(s):
- Andy BoylesScience editor, Highlights
- Jude IsabellaFreelance journalist & vice president, CSWA
- Emily SohnFreelance journalist
- Moderator(s):
- Elizabeth PrestonEditor, MUSE magazine & blogger, Discover
- Organizer(s):
- Elizabeth PrestonEditor, MUSE magazine & blogger, Discover
Kids want to read great science journalism too. We’ll talk about how you can bring it to them, from understanding your audience through pitching the right outlets and polishing your language (hint: it’s not about the exclamation points). How do you talk to a young audience without talking down? Where are the lesser-known markets? Can you make a living this way? Our panelists will discuss these questions along with the other unique challenges — and rewards — of writing for kids.