Writing
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Dictation: Everything You Need to Know
Dictation occurs before writing, and during this process, the child desires to write but doesn’t yet possess the developmental capacity to do so. Therefore, ... -
13 Simple Ways to Help Students Who Cannot Finish Sentences or Express Complete Thoughts When Writing
Are you looking for simple ways to help students who cannot finish sentences ot complete thoughts when writing? If so, keep reading. 1. Praise ... -
What Can We Learn From Literature?
The term literature has originated from a Latin word that means “writing formed with letters”. Creative works like poetry, fiction, non-fiction, drama, and sometimes ... -
What Is Interactive Writing?
Years of study have gone into interactive writing (IW), yet many instructors may not be aware of its potential to improve students’ writing and ... -
What Are the Best Ways to Proofread Effectively?
The famous writer Mark Twain was in favor of proofreading. Earlier, he worked as a newspaper reporter. He knew that it was tough to ... -
The Ultimate Guide to Student Writing Contest
It does happen that when students write for their teachers, it can seem like an assignment. But they are motivated to take it to ... -
First Grade Writing Prompts
Children sometimes need a prompt to spark their imagination. Getting a first grader to write a short story or even a few sentences can ... -
50 Creative Third Grade Writing Prompts
Third graders sometimes need a few writing prompts to kick-start their assignments. While third graders aren’t going to write the next big American novel, ... -
50 Creative Fifth Grade Writing Prompts
It’s important to challenge children throughout their education. Fifth grade is a fun year, but it’s also the time when children must expand their ... -
10 Creative Writing Activities That Help Students Find Their Voice
I don’t have a story to tell. My life is not intriguing. Any resemblance? No teacher that I am aware of hasn’t heard pupils ...