Tips for Writers- Part 2

3. Have fun with writing. Play with words, use your imagination, and tune your ear for language that
tickles you. One student coined the term “sizzling pickles” for pleasing words and phrases that jump out
when you read them. Look for your own “sizzling pickles” and use them in your writing. And keep your
eyes and ears peeled—ideas and inspiration for writing are lurking everywhere.

4. Don’t be shy about passing your writing around—it’s good experience to get feedback from friends,
family, and writers you respect

Tips for Writers Part 1

1.As with any skill, writing gets better the more we do it.  Let your child see you write often and encourage him/her to write often, too.  Writing might include e-mails, instant messaging, thank-you notes, scrapbook 
descriptions, diaries, and what’s-for-dinner notes. 

2.We write differently for each audience.  Encourage your child to expand his range and abilities by writing for many different audiences.  He could try a letter to the editor or to a legislator, a silly story for his younger
sister, or a “list of ten” to cheer up a sick friend. (I LOVE these ideas!)
               

                                                         --NCTE