Tag: Writing
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5 Traits of a Good Writer
Find teaching language arts (and writing in particular) a very difficult task? Focus on 5 traits of a good writer and make it easier!
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: The Letter
Letter writing is still important: You may end up writing a letter of complaint, approval, application, resignation, apology, confirmation, request, or thanks.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Limericks
The limerick makes a fun, easy introduction to writing poetry.
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30 Narration Ideas
Narration is anything from an informal burst to an oral dissertation. Here are 30 narration ideas.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Biography
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Tips on writing a biography.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Autobiography
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Tips for writing an autobiography.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: How-To Essay
Easy-to-follow suggestions to prepare a how-to essay.
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10 Ways to Use Notebooking: #2 Copybook
Copy widely … and carefully. 10 Ways to Use Notebooking: #2 Copybook
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How to Write Clearly ~ Review
Dr. Beechick’s ideas when it comes to writing are summarized in her book, How to Write Clearly: The Meaning Approach.
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Writing Helps
Homeschool moms often struggle with writing instruction despite trying various curricula. The natural writing approach is effective.
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5 Real-Life Writing Elements
5 real-life writing elements for a more natural approach to writing … that works!
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Interactive Writing Tool ~ Free!
Keep your children writing every day, with this free interactive writing tool.
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5 Ways to Use Writing Prompts
What do you do when he is “stuck”? Try one of these 5 ways to use writing prompts:
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Writing Ideas: Complete the Story
Complete a story. Sometimes having the beginning established takes the pressure off of the writer.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: The Short Story
There is no “formula” for writing a short story, but we can consider the elements of a short story and design a cohesive plot.
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Outlines
Think of it as an organizing tool — most of the work is done in the intellect instead of on the page. Tips for writing outlines.
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8 Fun Writing Activities for Young Students
8 writing activities for the younger student as he develops his mechanical skills.
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16 Fun Prewriting Activities for Young Writers
A lack of handwriting ability doesn’t have to deter us from laying a foundation on which to build a writing habit that will last our child a lifetime. 16 prewriting activities for inspiring the youngest writer.