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.

In this activity, your students will research a favorite superhero and discuss which of their powers are real and not real. Your students will be able to complete a simple research chart and graphic organizer.

Make a poster with your child about what she wants to be when she grows up, while helping her practice her writing, researching, and artistic skills.

This hands-on family activity gives your child practice creating compound sentences, while teaching him skills that will help him become a better writer!

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

Grandparents are always wondering what to get kids for their birthdays. Try out this idea: a list of 10 little-known facts about Grandma or Grandpa.

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.

Help your child make his very own stationery, then take the opportunity to teach him how to write a letter!

Looking for a unique arts and crafts activity that gives some writing practice? Help your child make her own back-to-school business cards!

On Father's Day, delight Dad--and stretch your early reader, too!--with this adorable ABC book of "Fun with Dad."

Build your child's social studies skills by making a map together.

By incorporating natural materials and the powers of observation, your child will become a backyard naturalist while building early writing and drawing skills!

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.

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