Sometimes, the words are hidden in the silence. Stories are not always what is spoken. Often, it is what is seen. When interviewing someone, of course, listen carefully to what they say – the words they choose. When writing their story, it is true the words are important. You also have to hear what they […]
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It’s more fun to do projects you know you can win. If you were painting a table, you would have certain supplies to insure you will be able to complete the task all at one time; it makes sense. Writing is the same. And writing in a classroom environment means each student should be equipped
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Imaginary friends play an important role in a child’s life. If they don’t have an imaginary friend, they can create one in minutes. And they don’t eat much. Unless you want them to. I love writing stories about my cat. In really, he is just a cat – a big, fluffy cat. He’s my buddy
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The first time we write a story, or describe something to another person with words, it is often challenging. Children tend to use simple ideas when they begin to write. “I got up.” “She is singing.” “My fish is slimy.” Each of these one-liners is the start of something magical – the exploration into imagination.
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This is JK DRZZ. He is a major league pitching ace for the Tampa Bay Rays. We ran into him at Spring Training in Port Charlotte, FL; and he was upset. He lost his vowels. Since he is Italian, he really needs them, since Italian names often have a lot of vowels. Actually, EVERY word
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Rescue Writing is committed to finding and sharing tools for teachers and parents to help children understand and enjoy the writing process. We found this 10-minute video by Sara Bruce that breaks down a useful step-by-step that you can use with any child today! https://youtu.be/hw8LqOtctVA
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