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Regular practice creates better writers
Summer is a Hot Time to Practice Writing Skills
By Jennifer Munson, Learning Center Director
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ith summer just around the corner, children are enjoying the warm weather, fun activities with friends and vacation time. But summer can also be an enjoyable learning experience. The summer break provides many memorable moments, and writing about them is a good way to record those memories and practice writing skills at the same time. Parents tend to focus on their children’s reading and math skills, overlooking that writing is an education fundamental. It’s fast becoming the forgotten ‘R’. This is unfortunate, as writing is an important part of every facet of education, not just in English class. Writing proficiency can have a major impact on other subject areas too.
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Summer vacation provides an excellent opportunity for children to explore their creative writing skills. Parents can use the following tips to encourage their children of all ages to write over the summer: Pick an Engaging Topic Persuading your child to write over the summer break may be easier if you help them identify fun and engaging topics. Suggest timely subjects. • •
For example, Independence Day on July 4th is a good opportunity for your children to explore their own patriotism. Ask them if they know what patriotism is, and what it means to them. Encourage your children by helping them with some research about America, its history, people and places.
Give Story Starters Sometimes the most difficult part of writing can be getting started. Help your children write their patriotic essays by giving them topic ideas, such as: • • •
I am proud to be American because…. On the Fourth of July, my family and I usually… If someone asked me what my country means to me, I would say…
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