Using an array of sentence variations helps students enhance their writing with fresh style and vigor.
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Expository journal prompts for high school | Exploring past, present, & future
Teens explore interesting journal topics that in some way tie the past to both present and future.
Homeschool writing centers from Pinterest
Pinterest has loads of ideas for permanent or portable writing centers to fit your teaching space!
Creative writing prompts for teens
Turn a personal experience into a movie synopsis or write from fresh points of view with these fun prompts.
Proofreading for mechanics | Editing tips for homeschool teens
Tips to help teens proofread papers for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence completeness.
Creative writing prompts for Valentine’s Day
Here’s a set of Valentine’s Day prompts to help kids think of ways to love a neighbor, design a descriptive menu, or have fun with conversation hearts!
Make a valentine mailbox
Here’s a fun way to spread some Valentine cheer among your kids! Make a Valentine Mailbox!
Brainstorming: It’s like traveling with a plan
Brainstorming is a lot like planning a road trip itinerary: It points your writing in the right direction!
Narrative journal prompts for middle school
Narrative journal prompts feature themes of empathy, loyalty, friendship, respect, and life experience.
Brrr! Winter writing prompts from Big Snow Mountain
Before the snow melts, treat the kids to writing prompts that will leave them shivering in their boots!
Reluctant Writer Round-Up
A terrific round-up of blog posts, Pins, and Instagram faves to help you teach your own reluctant writer.
Can projects take the place of writing?
Special projects let kids demonstrate knowledge of a subject without having to include a lot of writing.
Proofreading for style | Editing tips for homeschool teens
Teens learn to add sentence variety and detail to their writing … while also clearing out the clutter!
Writing prompts about giving | Middle school prompts
Focus on generosity of the heart through gifts of time, words, dignity, and Christian love.
3 ways to increase your child’s vocabulary
Simple ways to increase your child’s vocabulary and make their writing stronger!