Got the pre-writing blues? Try this simple five-finger technique to help your second grader develop a sequenced plan for her early compositions.

Show your child how to write a diamante poem, which makes use of a simple structure and results in a diamond-shaped poem.

Inspire a love for the written word by creating an illustrated nature poetry book with your kids.

Boost those first grade reading and writing skills with this sweet Mother's Day poem idea.

This writing activity to get your third grader to combine the fun of poetry with the excitement of celebrating a birthday.

Get your little traveler ready for a âround-the-world adventure! Kids will get a geography lesson, writing practice and a great appreciation for traveling.

This reading comprehension activity teaches children reading in reverse: how would you teach an alien to use a zipper?

Take advantage of the upcoming Irish holiday, Saint Patrick's Day, to encourage your third grader to flex his poetry muscles and come up with a haiku.

Encourage your writer to uncover their imagination and storytelling skills by authoring their very own book.

Here's an authentic writing task that is perfect for Earth Day, or any day! In this activity, your child's pen becomes an instrument of planetary importance.

This project combines arts and crafts with writing, as your child writes a story and publishes it into a book made out of a paper bag!

Many kids find themselves especially challenged by writing in third grade. Here's how you can help, using a technique called "storyboarding."