Writing at home

Writing is a terrific way for children to express their thoughts, creativity, and uniqueness. It is also a fundamental way in which children learn to organise ideas. Learning to write well helps children to be better readers.

Here are some suggestions that engage your child in the writing process:

• Have your child write instructions for taking care of the family pet or how to play a favourite game

• Write a letter or thank you note to a relative. Talk through what your child wants to say before writing begins.

• Make a shopping list before going to the grocery store.

• Write an online review of a book or an item you recently purchased or a recipe you tried.

• Find a picture in the newspaper and write an article to accompany it.

• Start keeping a personal diary, a household guestbook, or a baby book for a younger sibling

Below  are some writing promts that you might like to try.