Concrete writing: A descriptive feast for the senses
Through sensory language, concrete writing is the key that unlocks the door of the reader’s imagination.
Posted September 3, 2018
Staying on track: 5 tips for writing concisely
These tips for writing concisely will help teens express as much as possible without using unnecessary words or details.
Posted July 23, 2018
Brrrr! A winter word bank!
Here’s an icy blast of words that will help your kids write stories about winter!
Posted January 16, 2017
Thesaurus game: Describing a person
This family game uses a thesaurus to teach kids and teens how to make better vocabulary choices!
Posted June 13, 2016
5 tips for teenage writers
Teens who love to write will appreciate these tips to hone their craft.
Posted May 24, 2012
Editing tools for young writers
Editing tools for young writers help children acquire important self-editing skills and grow to see editing as a natural part of the writing process.
Posted February 2, 2012
Stumbling block #4 – Limited writing vocabulary
For the past several weeks, we’ve been looking at writing issues that plague students and their parents. Writing isn’t a one-size-fits-all subject, but...
Posted November 23, 2009
Wake up those tired words by choosing stronger synonyms
Try this idea for a pocket word bank to help children choose stronger synonyms.
Posted March 12, 2009
A writer’s alphabet | Writing habits and goals
A WRITER’S ALPHABET I will… Accept feedback and suggestions Brainstorm to get my ideas on paper Create word pictures Develop my narrative voices Edit my...
Posted March 8, 2008