I picked up Kids Have All the Write Stuff in the hopes to get some fresh ideas for upcoming writing programs for elementary-aged children for the new year. This book did not disappoint. Not only does this book validate all the reasons why writing is important for children, it offers up ideas and online tools to get you started on your teaching journey.
Summary: You can open up a world of imagination and learning for children when you encourage the expression of ideas through writing. This book shows you how to support children's development as confident writers and communicators, offering hundreds of creative ways to integrate writing into the lives of toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students--whether at home or at school.
Ages: For parents/teachers
"This book is a MUST for both teachers and parents or caregivers. The authors share a unique way of exploring writing that not only leans into technology but also excites and interests all students regardless of their prior experiences or skill level."
~Leah Mermelstein, author of Self-Directed Writers
I particularly found the chapters on journaling and poetry helpful and liked the thorough information on writing boxes and how to go about introducing them and creating them. However, I would have liked to have seen lesson plans incorporated more, but there are some online links to lesson plans or step-by-step instruction guides.
This is absolutely a worth-while read for any parent or youth writing instructor.
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