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Year: 2013

How to write Christmas shape poems

How to write Christmas shape poems

CHRISTMAS themes make writing activities a whole lot merrier! If you’re looking for a poetry lesson with a holiday twist, then gather the kids for an hour of writing Christmas shape poems. Last month we spotlighted rhyming poetry activities. Today we’re excited about...

Write letters to Santa, or make birthday cards for Jesus

Write letters to Santa, or make birthday cards for Jesus

NOW that the Christmas season is here, postal workers and volunteers around the world are busy answering letters to Santa. Every year, these widespread efforts encourage children to appreciate the wonder of reading and writing handwritten letters. Did you know? This...

Mayflower writing prompt | Free printable

Mayflower writing prompt | Free printable

Leaving the only home you have ever known and arriving in a new land is sure to be overwhelming! As a passenger on the Mayflower, what do you miss from home? What do you hope your new life holds? Click the image above to download the printable Mayflower writing...

Journaling fun with World of Animals StoryBuilders

FROM the littlest storytellers to the most reluctant writers---young or old, resistant or motivated---every child will benefit from mix-and-match writing prompts! WriteShop StoryBuilders card decks offer hours of fun creative writing projects: WriteShop offers four...

Writing prompt about prudence | Free printable

Writing prompt about prudence | Free printable

This month's printable prompt has students creating a story that illustrates prudence. Take time to discuss what prudence means, along with some examples, before writing. Enjoy! Click the image above to download the prompt. If you would like to share this prompt with...

How to write encouraging notes

How to write encouraging notes

WHAT'S the big deal about writing, anyway? For starters, it’s one of the best ways to let loved ones know you care! Don’t get me wrong. I can talk on the phone for hours, and I look forward to texts and emails as much as anyone. But my face lights up most when I hold...

Noun and pronoun variation

Noun and pronoun variation

Many writers, young and old, often allow their style to suffer from the pitfalls of overly repeated words. That’s one reason  WriteShop I teaches students to avoid unnecessary repetition. Today, let’s talk about ways to make sure proper names don’t become dreaded...

Celebrating Children’s Book Week

Celebrating Children’s Book Week

THIS week, May 13-19, is Children’s Book Week. It’s the perfect time to revisit old favorites, and perhaps to add a few new titles to your family library. Of course, with new books pouring off the press every year, it can be hard to sort through all the rubbish. How’s...