Stretch Your Imagination

"I've never met a real author before."

Summerland elementary students were buzzing about books and articulating about art mediums, Friday, during a visit by children's book author Bruce Arant.

The Omaha-based writer met with Summerland third- through sixth-grade students for a writing and illustration workshop. Students observed his creative process, watching him doodle designs. They learned how to pair pictures with text, develop facial expressions and, most importantly, stretch their imaginations.

Summerland media specialist Tricia Whiting organized the event. She was "on the lookout" for an...