From the Desk of WriteShop
April 1st, 2008 — Announcements, WriteShop
It’s Official
The March/April issue of Mary Pride’s Practical Homeschooling magazine features its 2008 Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards. We were excited to learn that WriteShop tied for third place in the Writing Composition category.
Among the winners, WriteShop is the newest kid on the block, so we feel especially honored to receive this distinction!
March 27th, 2008 — Kim's blog, WriteShop
Last year, we were awarded the registered trademark for WriteShop. It may not sound like that big a deal, but for us, well, what can I say? It’s all such a wonder for two ordinary homeschool-moms-turned-authors-and-publishers!
Anyway, we just got some more good news: we’re the proud parents of twins! Well, it’s a little less dramatic than that. Actually, we’re simply the owners of two more brand-new trademarks:
INSPIRING SUCCESSFUL WRITERS®
March 26th, 2008 — Grammar, WriteShop
Another popular question from our WriteShop mailbag:
Q: Do WriteShop I and II offer enough grammar for my student, or will I need to supplement?
A: WriteShop is not a complete grammar program. There is a strong focus on introducing, practicing, and reinforcing parts of speech, from concrete nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs to using appositives, prepositional phrases, and subordinate conjunctions. These grammar concepts are introduced by way of Skill Builders, which offer instruction and practice. The student then applies his new skills to current and future compositions. Continue reading →
February 26th, 2008 — High School, Kim's blog, Teaching Writing, WriteShop
Here’s a question we see often in our WriteShop mailbag:
Q: In a few years, my sons will be taking their SAT college entrance exams. Is the essay section in WriteShop II good preparation? My sons are in 9th and 10th grades.
A: Fortunately, you have plenty of time to prepare. The best time to start training your kids to take timed essays is during 9th and 10th grades, followed by weekly practice in 11th grade.
There’s a good reason for not putting off teaching this important skill till the last minute. Continue reading →
February 21st, 2008 — Kim's blog, WriteShop, Writing Games & Activities
Writer’s block. We shudder at the very word.
It’s reduced many a child to tears because any creative thought that may once have lurked in his mind is now shrouded in fog.
Don’t laugh! I know you wince at the memory of wads of paper thrown in frustration to gather at your son’s feet like so many tumbleweeds.
Writer’s block. It makes the bravest of writers want to Continue reading →
February 19th, 2008 — WriteShop
Welcome to our brand-new WriteShop blog. We hope you’ll visit often.
Every blog has a purpose. In Our Write Minds is dedicated to bringing encouragement, ideas, and resources as you teach your children to write. No matter what writing program or method you choose, everyone can use a few fresh ideas or a bit of timely advice along the writing journey. So whether you need a bit of support or simply a great little tip, please stop in regularly to find out whether we’re In Our Write Minds!
Here are some of the nuggets we’ll be bringing to you: Continue reading →
