Writing Prompts

You can teach students of all ages how to write a diamante poem. Once they’re familiar with three basic parts of speech—nouns, verbs, and

Kids often enjoy reading poems, such as those by Shel Silverstein, but it can sometimes be a challenge getting them to like writing their own. The key

One of the hardest parts of writing is perfecting the art of description. Adding vivid descriptions, or what writers call sensory details, is what

Although students today don’t have their own memories of the 9/11 events, it’s important that they learn about that day and its long-term effects. One

The freedom of summer is finally here! But this doesn’t mean your student has to take a hiatus from writing. Setting aside just 10 minutes each day to

The cold weather is fading, and new buds are appearing all around. A restless energy of anticipation fills the air. This can only mean one thing… it’s