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[quote=Anonymous][b]1. Writing Prompts & Practice[/b] Story Cubes: These are dice with pictures or words on them. Rolling them helps spark creative thinking and story ideas. There are many apps and physical versions available. Storybird: An online platform where kids can create their own stories using professional illustrations. Writing Prompts Websites: Websites like Scholastic, The Write Practice, or Storybird offer creative prompts for kids of all ages. These prompts help them develop ideas for writing and get into the habit of writing regularly. [b]2. Interactive Apps[/b] Epic!: This is a great app for younger kids that gives access to a library of books and offers writing activities. Toontastic: For younger kids, this app lets them create animated stories, combining creativity with writing skills. Google Docs Voice Typing: For older kids, using tools like Google Docs with voice-to-text can help improve writing speed and clarity while encouraging them to write longer pieces without worrying about handwriting. [b]3. Books on Writing for Kids[/b] "Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly" by Gail Carson Levine: This one is a great choice for kids who love creative writing. It breaks down the process in a fun way. "Rip the Page!" by Karen Benke: A workbook filled with creative exercises for kids to expand their writing skills. "The Writing Revolution" by Judith C. Hochman and Natalie Wexler: This one’s a bit more structured and useful if you want to focus on grammar and sentence-level writing skills. [b]4. Games and Worksheets[/b] Grammar Games: Websites like Khan Academy and IXL offer interactive grammar games. These help kids work on basic sentence structure, punctuation, and more. Write on Track: A free site that gives downloadable writing worksheets for different levels, from basic sentence writing to advanced essays. [b]5. Online Writing Communities[/b] NaNoWriMo Young Writers Program: This is an awesome site for kids interested in writing longer works, like novels or stories. It includes resources, goal trackers, and a supportive community. Writing clubs: Some libraries or local schools offer after-school writing clubs where kids can share their work and get feedback from their peers. [b]6. Regular Practice and Feedback[/b] Daily Journaling: Encourage your kids to keep a journal where they write a bit every day. Prompts can help, but even just reflecting on their day can give them writing practice. Peer or Parent Feedback: Reading and discussing their writing together can help them spot errors and develop their ideas more deeply. You can also help by praising specific aspects of their writing (e.g., great descriptive words, clever ideas) to keep them motivated. [/quote]
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