You might ask yourself "What is a screenplay?" and "How is a screenplay different than a regular play?" The answers to those questions can be found here.
The websites listed here will give you some pointers and tips about writing screenplays. There are also some examples provided for your own reference and inspiration.
Use one of the following activities to write the screenplay for your movie. Then, upload it for everyone to see in the "My Screeplay" box.
Each of the books listed here wil discus the art of screenwriting in more depth. Use these resources to really get at the heart and technical aspects of writing a screenplay.
Writing a Screenplay by 
Screenwriting: A Practical Guide to Pursuing the Art by 
Screenwriting for Teens: The 100 Principles of Scriptwriting Every Budding Writer Must Know by 
The expert for this portion of the Movie Magic Workshop will be William Phillips, visiting professor of English at UW-Eau Claire. Mr. Phillips has an emphasis on cinema/film and screenwriting.
For the workshop, Mr. Phillips will meet in person with students to discuss the basics of screenplays, including their format, camera directions, and character development.
