In this interactive and story-focused workshop, award-winning middle grade author Becca Wierwille will lead participants in exploring the role that fiction can play in developing empathy. Using children’s novels as examples, we’ll step into the lives of characters from different backgrounds and experiences to discover how stories do more than entertain. They connect us to the emotions, struggles, and triumphs of others, reminding us that we are all wonderfully created by God. Through group discussions and creative exercises, we’ll learn how reading can foster a deeper sense of compassion in our daily lives. This workshop is perfect for young readers, parents, aspiring writers, and anyone who believes in the transformative power of strong storytelling.