Story Planet is a charity devoted to amplifying the creative voices of young people in equity-deserving communities

“Stories teach us about life, about ourselves, and about others.” Grade 8 Student

What’s New

Bringing ComicMaking North

Story Planet is thrilled to embark on another year of programming in remote Indigenous classrooms.

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Their Neighbourhood, in Their Words

It’s live! This app introduces a whole new way to explore the Jane & Finch community. Featuring 100 stories written and recorded by kids who live in the community, set in real places, the journey is sure to be an adventure!

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Get Ready to Lob

Come out for a fun night to support Story Planet. Lob for Literacy will take place April 12 at Lob Toronto.

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Get Involved

Volunteer

Work with kids in our school workshops, help out at our store on Bathurst, edit books—Story Planet could not run without our dedicated, talented volunteers.

Spread the Word

Story Planet empowers young writers and promotes kids’ stories—now help us tell ours! Follow us on social media and tell your friends about life on Story Planet.

Testimonials

  • “My class was very excited to join again. They kept asking me when we would have another workshop! I can see the excitement and the interest.”

    Ms. Hari, Grade 5 Teacher

  • “How many more workshops do we have? Can we do more? Because I LOVE Story Planet!”

    Anivtha, Grade 3

  • “I was amazed of how these grownups didn't judge anything about our imagination!”

    Grade 4 Student

  • “Story Planet put together an incredibly engaging and meaningful workshop! It was wonderful to see them grow as writers and really come out of their shell in the best possible way.”

    Ms. K, Grade 11 Teacher

  • “Story Planet brings a sense of community in learning.”

    Grade 5 Teacher

  • “You helped me face my fears and I had so much fun working with all of my partners! I had so much fun and can’t wait to see more!”

    Helen, Grade 5

  • “I look forward to it each week, to see the kids shine.”

    Ms. Cruz, Grade 5 Teacher

  • “I just wanted to thank you again for yet another amazing program. My students are literally writing stories for fun.”

    Ms. Morgan, Grade 5/6 Teacher

  • “…a refreshing take on literacy. You have the ability to capture the imagination of all students, especially the ones who’ve had a negative experience with writing.”

    Mr. Ahmad, Grade 4 Teacher

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