Students will write a personal narrative, a research report, a book
review, a friendly letter, a poster/ad (functional writing), a piece of
non-fiction writing, a piece of poetry, and many more exciting
activities.
Here are a number of ways writing can be encouraged at home.
Praise your child's efforts in writing.
Share letters from friends and family.
Encourage journal writing for special occasions (trips, events, etc.)
Encourage list writing
Birthday or holiday wish list
Items to take on a trip
Invitation list
Things that need to be done
Encourage authentic writing
Thank you notes
Invitations
Note to teachers, parents, friends, family
Letters
Keeping a daily journal or diary
Birthday, holiday card writing