Learn how Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) can be a powerful tool in developing important literacy skills. In this sponsored three-part series ILA is hosting in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast, you’ll hear from educators who are already using D&D with students to build emotional literacy, engage reluctant readers, and scaffold writing instruction. These events are free for everyone. Can’t attend live? Registration includes access to the on-demand recording. For more information, resources, and special discounts, be sure to opt in during the registration process to receive messages from D&D.

Dungeons & Dragons is intended for ages 12+.

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Building Emotional Literacy Through Dungeons & Dragons Available On Demand

Ditch any outdated notions you have about Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). The fantasy roleplaying game’s mix of storytelling, strategy, and teamwork make it a powerful tool for building social-emotional skills. In this ILA Webinar, you’ll learn how school- or library-based communities can enhance D&D’s ability to boost players’ social-emotional and literacy learning and ignite their creativity and imagination. Speakers will also share ideas and tools for establishing a youth-led D&D club.

Leveling Up Reluctant Readers With Dungeons & Dragons Available On Demand

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) may require many-sided dice, but it’s the storytelling that fuels the game. Players create characters and work together to navigate fantasy worlds, developing literacy skills alongside of social, emotional, and cooperative ones. In this ILA Webinar, you’ll learn how to leverage the opportunities D&D provides to engage and motivate even the most reluctant reader, building the foundation for a lifelong love of reading.

Using Dungeons & Dragons to Scaffold Writing Instruction October 11, 2022 | 5:00–6:00 p.m. ET

Storytelling is central to the roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), and players who build and navigate in-game “campaigns” are essentially exercising their writing muscle. In this ILA Webinar, you’ll not only learn how D&D can be a powerful motivator for student writing but also leave with practical ideas for incorporating the fantasy world into your scaffolded writing instruction.