{"id":417,"date":"2019-02-13T15:47:02","date_gmt":"2019-02-13T10:17:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/?p=417"},"modified":"2019-02-13T15:48:26","modified_gmt":"2019-02-13T10:18:26","slug":"how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Help Your Child Become a Stronger Writer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Brain Checker,<\/p>\n<p>As we all know,Writing is an important part of our daily lives. It is, however, a difficult skill to learn and master. By getting a head start with some simple activities, you can help your child begin to develop her writing skills at an early age. By doing so you will be contributing to her future success as a student and as an adult while teaching her how to express herself.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we provide some reasons that writing is an important skill for people of all ages, as well as a list of suggestions that will help your child become a stronger writer.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Article Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Why_is_writing_important\" title=\"Why is writing important?\">Why is writing important?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Writing_is_practical\" title=\"Writing is practical\">Writing is practical<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Writing_is_an_important_element_of_a_students_education\" title=\"Writing is an important element of a student&#8217;s education\">Writing is an important element of a student&#8217;s education<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#What_Can_You_Do\" title=\"What Can You Do?\">What Can You Do?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Ideas_for_Parents_How_to_Help_Your_Child_Become_a_Stronger_Writer\" title=\"Ideas for Parents: How to Help Your Child Become a Stronger Writer\">Ideas for Parents: How to Help Your Child Become a Stronger Writer<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#What_You_Need\" title=\"What You Need\">What You Need<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Before_getting_started\" title=\"Before getting started\">Before getting started<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Provide_a_place\" title=\"Provide a place\">Provide a place<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Provide_the_materials\" title=\"Provide the materials\">Provide the materials<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Brainstorm\" title=\"Brainstorm\">Brainstorm<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Activities_for_young_children\" title=\"Activities for young children\">Activities for young children<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-6\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-6\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_the_child_to_draw_and_to_discuss_her_drawings\" title=\"Encourage the child to draw and to discuss her drawings\">Encourage the child to draw and to discuss her drawings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Ask_your_child_to_tell_you_simple_stories_as_you_write_them_down\" title=\"Ask your child to tell you simple stories as you write them down\">Ask your child to tell you simple stories as you write them down<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_your_child_to_write_her_name\" title=\"Encourage your child to write her name\">Encourage your child to write her name<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Use_games\" title=\"Use games\">Use games<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Turn_your_childs_writing_into_books\" title=\"Turn your child&#8217;s writing into books\">Turn your child&#8217;s writing into books<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Day-to-Day_Activities\" title=\"Day-to-Day Activities\">Day-to-Day Activities<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-5\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Make_sure_your_child_sees_you_writing\" title=\"Make sure your child sees you writing\">Make sure your child sees you writing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_your_child_to_write_even_if_shes_scribbling\" title=\"Encourage your child to write, even if she&#8217;s scribbling\">Encourage your child to write, even if she&#8217;s scribbling<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#As_your_child_gets_older_write_together\" title=\"As your child gets older, write together\">As your child gets older, write together<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Suggest_note-taking\" title=\"Suggest note-taking\">Suggest note-taking<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_copying\" title=\"Encourage copying\">Encourage copying<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_your_child_to_read_her_stories_out_loud\" title=\"Encourage your child to read her stories out loud\">Encourage your child to read her stories out loud<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Hang_a_family_message_board_in_the_kitchen\" title=\"Hang a family message board in the kitchen\">Hang a family message board in the kitchen<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Help_your_child_write_letters_and_emails_to_relatives_and_friends\" title=\"Help your child write letters and emails to relatives and friends\">Help your child write letters and emails to relatives and friends<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Encourage_keeping_a_journal\" title=\"Encourage keeping a journal\">Encourage keeping a journal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Things_to_remember\" title=\"Things to remember\">Things to remember<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-4\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-4\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Allow_time\" title=\"Allow time\">Allow time<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Respond_to_your_childs_writing\" title=\"Respond to your child&#8217;s writing\">Respond to your child&#8217;s writing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Praise_your_childs_writing\" title=\"Praise your child&#8217;s writing\">Praise your child&#8217;s writing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Avoid_writing_for_your_child\" title=\"Avoid writing for your child\">Avoid writing for your child<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Help_your_child_with_her_writing_as_she_gets_older\" title=\"Help your child with her writing as she gets older\">Help your child with her writing as she gets older<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Provide_your_child_with_spelling_help_when_shes_ready_for_it\" title=\"Provide your child with spelling help when she&#8217;s ready for it\">Provide your child with spelling help when she&#8217;s ready for it<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Practice_practice_practice\" title=\"Practice, practice, practice\">Practice, practice, practice<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/how-to-help-your-child-become-a-stronger-writer\/#Read_together\" title=\"Read together\">Read together<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_writing_important\"><\/span>Why is writing important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Writing_is_practical\"><\/span><strong>Writing is practical<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Every day, we need to write in order to complete our tasks, whether we are filling out a form at the doctor&#8217;s office or writing an important letter. These tasks require us to write clearly, and organize information effectively.<\/p>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Writing_is_an_important_element_of_a_students_education\"><\/span><strong>Writing is an important element of a student&#8217;s education<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>Whether students are writing by hand or on the computer, many assignments and exams require students to write short answers or longer essays as a way of assessing what they have learned. As students get older, they will be expected to show more sophisticated writing skills, and to complete more sophisticated tasks through their writing. In addition, many colleges and universities require students to write essays as part of their admissions application.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Do\"><\/span>What Can You Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to remember that writing can be as difficult a subject to teach and assess as it is to learn. Many students have trouble writing with clarity, coherence, and organization, and this can discourage them from writing if they feel frustrated.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s where parent involvement can make a big difference. Encouraging your child to develop strong writing skills at a young age, and to become a better writer as she gets older, can have a lifelong positive impact on her writing, and may make writing an easier and more enjoyable process for her<\/p>\n<p>To get you started, the Department of Education offers a number of ideas of things you can do help your child become a stronger writer. While many of these ideas apply to younger children, they can be adapted for older children as well.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ideas_for_Parents_How_to_Help_Your_Child_Become_a_Stronger_Writer\"><\/span>Ideas for Parents: How to Help Your Child Become a Stronger Writer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Need\"><\/span>What You Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Pencils, crayons, or markers<\/li>\n<li>Yarn or ribbon<\/li>\n<li>Writing paper or notebook<\/li>\n<li>Cardboard or heavy paper<\/li>\n<li>Construction paper<\/li>\n<li>Safety scissors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_getting_started\"><\/span>Before getting started<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provide_a_place\"><\/span><strong>Provide a place<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>It&#8217;s important for your child to have a good place to write, such as a desk or table with a smooth, flat surface. It&#8217;s also crucial to have good lighting.<\/p>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provide_the_materials\"><\/span><strong>Provide the materials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>Provide plenty of paper (lined and unlined) and things to write with, including pencils, pens, and crayons.<\/p>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brainstorm\"><\/span><strong>Brainstorm<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>Talk with your child as much as possible about her ideas and impressions, and encourage her to describe people and events to you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Activities_for_young_children\"><\/span>Activities for young children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_the_child_to_draw_and_to_discuss_her_drawings\"><\/span><strong>Encourage the child to draw and to discuss her drawings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p><strong>Ask your child questions about her drawings such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;What is the boy doing?&#8221;<br \/>\n&#8220;Does the house look like ours?&#8221;<br \/>\n&#8220;Can you tell a story about this picture?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Show an interest in, and ask questions about, the things your child says, draws, and may try to write.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ask_your_child_to_tell_you_simple_stories_as_you_write_them_down\"><\/span><strong>Ask your child to tell you simple stories as you write them down<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Copy the story as your child tells it, without making changes. Ask her to clarify anything you don&#8217;t understand.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_your_child_to_write_her_name\"><\/span><strong>Encourage your child to write her name<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Practice writing her name with her, and point out the letters in her name when you see them in other places (on signs, in stores, etc.). She may start by only writing the first few letters of her name, but soon the rest will follow.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_games\"><\/span><strong>Use games<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There are numerous games and puzzles that help children with spelling while increasing their vocabulary. Some of these may include crossword puzzles, word games, anagrams, and cryptograms designed especially for children. Flash cards are fun to use too, and they&#8217;re easy to make at home.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turn_your_childs_writing_into_books\"><\/span><strong>Turn your child&#8217;s writing into books<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Paste her drawings and writings on pieces of construction paper. For each book, make a cover out of heavier paper or cardboard, and add special art, a title, and her name as author. Punch holes in the pages and cover, and bind the book together with yarn or ribbon.<\/p>\n<p>You may also like to watch following study tips,<\/p>\n<h2><div class=\"su-youtube su-u-responsive-media-yes\"><iframe width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/45ZtaA4FuKY?\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture\" title=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day-to-Day_Activities\"><\/span>Day-to-Day Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_your_child_sees_you_writing\"><\/span><strong>Make sure your child sees you writing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>She will learn about writing by watching you write. Talk with her about your writing so that she begins to understand why writing is important and the many ways it can be used.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_your_child_to_write_even_if_shes_scribbling\"><\/span><strong>Encourage your child to write, even if she&#8217;s scribbling<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Give your child opportunities to practice writing by helping her sign birthday cards, write stories, and make lists.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_your_child_gets_older_write_together\"><\/span><strong>As your child gets older, write together<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Have your child help you with the writing you do, including writing letters, shopping lists, and messages.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suggest_note-taking\"><\/span><strong>Suggest note-taking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Encourage your child to take notes on trips or outings, and to describe what she saw. This could include a description of nature walks, a boat ride, a car trip, or other events that lend themselves to note-taking.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_copying\"><\/span><strong>Encourage copying<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>If your child likes a particular song, suggest that she learn the words by writing them down. Also encourage copying favorite poems or quotations from books and plays.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_your_child_to_read_her_stories_out_loud\"><\/span><strong>Encourage your child to read her stories out loud<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>As your child gets older, ask her to share her stories with you. Listen carefully without interrupting, and give her positive feedback about her ideas and her writing!<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hang_a_family_message_board_in_the_kitchen\"><\/span><strong>Hang a family message board in the kitchen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Offer to write notes there for your child. Be sure that she finds notes left there for her.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Help_your_child_write_letters_and_emails_to_relatives_and_friends\"><\/span><strong>Help your child write letters and emails to relatives and friends<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>These may include thank you notes or just a special note to say hello. Be sure to send your child a letter or card once in awhile too so that she is reminded of how special it is to get a letter in the mail. Consider finding a pen pal for your child.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_keeping_a_journal\"><\/span><strong>Encourage keeping a journal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>This is excellent writing practice as well as a good outlet for venting feelings. Encourage your child to write about things that happen at home and school, about people she likes or dislikes and why, and about things she wants to remember and do. If she wants to share the journal with you, read the entries and discuss them together.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_remember\"><\/span>Things to remember<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Allow_time\"><\/span><strong>Allow time<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Help your child spend time thinking about a writing project or exercise. Good writers often spend a lot of time thinking, preparing, and researching before starting to write. Your child may dawdle, sharpen a pencil, get papers ready, or look up the spelling of a word. Be patient \u2014 this may all be part of her preparation.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Respond_to_your_childs_writing\"><\/span><strong>Respond to your child&#8217;s writing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Respond to the ideas your child expresses verbally or in writing. Make it clear that you are interested in what the writing conveys, which means focusing on &#8220;what&#8221; the child has written rather than &#8220;how&#8221; it was written. It&#8217;s usually wise to ignore minor errors, particularly at the stage when your child is just getting ideas together.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Praise_your_childs_writing\"><\/span><strong>Praise your child&#8217;s writing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Take a positive approach and find good things to say about your child&#8217;s writing. Is it accurate? Descriptive? Original? Creative? Thoughtful? Interesting?<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_writing_for_your_child\"><\/span><strong>Avoid writing for your child<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Don&#8217;t write a paper for your child that will be turned in as her work, and don&#8217;t rewrite your child&#8217;s work. Meeting a writing deadline, taking responsibility for the finished product, and feeling ownership of it are also important parts of the writing process.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/BGSkf2t43L8\/maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"writing skills\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Help_your_child_with_her_writing_as_she_gets_older\"><\/span><strong>Help your child with her writing as she gets older<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Ask your child questions that will help her clarify the details of her stories and assignments as they get longer, and help her organize her thoughts. Talk about the objective of what she is writing.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provide_your_child_with_spelling_help_when_shes_ready_for_it\"><\/span><strong>Provide your child with spelling help when she&#8217;s ready for it<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When your child is just learning how to read and write, she may try different ways to write and spell. Our job is to encourage our children&#8217;s writing so they will enjoy putting their thoughts and ideas on paper. At first, your child may begin to write words the way that she hears them. For example, she might write &#8220;haf&#8221; instead of &#8220;have&#8221;, &#8220;frn&#8221; instead of &#8220;friend&#8221;, and &#8220;Frd&#8221; instead of &#8220;Fred.&#8221; This actually is a positive step in developing her phonemic awareness. Keep practicing with her, and model the correct spelling of words when you write. As your child gets older and begins to ask more questions about letters and spelling, provide her with the help she needs.<\/p>\n<p>you may also like:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/adhdhow-its-connected-to-cognitive-development\/\">http:\/\/www.brainchecker.in\/blog\/adhdhow-its-connected-to-cognitive-development\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_practice_practice\"><\/span><strong>Practice, practice, practice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Writing well takes lots of practice, so make sure your child doesn&#8217;t get discouraged too easily. It&#8217;s not easy! Give her plenty of opportunities to practice so that she has the opportunity to improve.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_together\"><\/span><strong>Read together<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Reading and writing support each other. The more your child does of each, the better she will be at both. 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