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A Picture Paints a 1,000 Words

A Picture Paints a Thousand Words Game 1 “A picture paints a thousand words,” is a well known phrase. But a picture can also inspire a thousand words. This is another fun activity that utilizes the understanding that 80% of the free write is the pre-write. And the...

Turn Your Kids into Writers!

Are your kids beginning to drive you nuts? Turn them into writers! Are they bored? Are you tired of watching Frozen for the 100th time? Have you begun to worry about your children's academics? How far behind will they be?  Not to worry! There is a solution that...

Make Writing Meaningful for Kids with the Dear Mr. Hatch Game!

During the pandemic, it is key that we incorporate as many opportunities as possible for kids to connect with others. Writing letters is a great way to do this, especially if the recipient writes back! Materials: Paper and penEnvelope and stamp Directions:  Think...

Kids Become WRITERS with the Add On Game!!

Now, when we mention writing to kids, the frequent response is “Ugh.” Well we can change that response to “Yeah!” Here is an activity guaranteed to entertain your kids while enhancing their writing skills. As a family, one of our favorite activities was Add On. You...

Kids Become WRITERS with the Bust Writer’s Block Game!

‘I will think of something to write!’ How many times have you heard the words, “I can’t think of anything to write.” Well there is an easy fix for this. Try this activity 5 days in a row and your kids are cured! They will never say those awful words again! Materials:...

Kids Become Writers with the 3 Words Game!

What to Do With Kids During the Pandemic Ready for some grins? Yes, writing can bring laughs. This is another one of our family’s favorites. Sitting around the kitchen table reading ridiculous sentences.  Materials: Journal PenSense of Humor Directions:...

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