Literature, Mythology, and Writing at Seven Hills

Mythology for Younger Kids

Meeting times: Fall 2025 — Wednesdays - 12-1pm Pacific (3-4pm Eastern), September 3 - November 19

Rolling admissions. In this class, students ages 7-10 will explore mythologies and stories from ancient cultures, including Greco-Roman, Native American, African, Asian, and others. Our literature and creative writing teacher, Erika Howsare, will guide the class. The course will include writing and other creative projects based on different world mythologies. Each session will involve examining a mythological story and discussing its themes and imagery. Students will be encouraged to engage with the material and follow their creative urges wherever they lead! Registration + more information.

Homer’s Odyssey in Translation

Meets: fall, 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays - 12-12:30pm pacific (3-3:30pm Eastern), September 2 - November 20

In this small-group class, students will read Homer’s Odyssey, one of the oldest extant works of literature in the Western canon and a foundational example of ancient Greek epic poetry. Additional readings include story selections from Edith Hamilton’s Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes. Students will keep an Odyssey journal, participate in weekly class discussions, and explore how later centuries of writers and artists used and reinterpreted the Greek myths. For students ages 10+. If interested, you can find our registration form here.

Vergil’s Aeneid in Translation

meets: Tuesdays - 3:30-4:30pm pacific (6:30-7:30pm Eastern), September 2 - November 18

In this class, students will read and discuss the ancient Roman epic Vergil's Aeneid in translation—from start to finish. Each hour session will cover one chapter, for a total of 12 classes, using the new Scott McGill and Susannah Wright translation. The course will include engaging discussions of the text and ancient mythology, explorations into ancient history, and opportunities for student-generated creative work. For more information, or to register your child, please see our class registration page.

Creative Writing

meets: Tuesdays - 1-2pm pacific (4-5pm Eastern), September 2 - November 18

Students 12 and up will explore literary arts through guided writing exercises, peer workshops, and group discussions. Led by Erika, an experienced and supportive instructor, the class offers a welcoming space for young writers to develop their voice, experiment with different genres, and refine their craft. Each week, students will share their work, receive constructive feedback from classmates and the teacher, and offer thoughtful responses to others’ writing. Info and Registration.