How many words should I write per day? It’s one of the most asked questions by aspiring writers. Though we do not recommend any specific word count, we do believe that every writer must have a set goal for daily word count. Having a daily goal is vital for writers who are working on long […]
Writers should be writing everyday. Everyday. Having a consistent writing habit is important to success. In this article, I want to show you how you can start a writing habit in 15 minutes a day. This is advice from some of the greatest writers of all time. If they say that we should write everyday, it’s important to listen to that advice. Unfortunately, I didn’t understand how that was possible at first. Especially when I was working a full-time job. Guess what? They are working just as much as
Having writing as a second career and a full-time job is not exactly the easiest thing to do. Often, time never seems to be enough and as soon as
In this Possum Paper Works Writing Tip, I describe how I used a daily word count goal to write my first novel, and how you can do the same!
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to write. Growing up, my bookworm mom fed me with stories to read, and my best friend's mother was a children's book author. Together, my friend and I nurtured the dream of one day writing our own books. A couple of weeks ago, one of my coaching clients to
Now that the year is more than half over (gulp), I’m realizing that I haven’t done much with my One Little Word yet. My word for this year is STORY. I’ve definitely thought about it throughout the year and it has been a positive influence in my life, but I want to take more action around this wor
If you want to know how to write a book with no experience, this post shows you exactly how to get started writing. Yes, even without a degree.
All About My Brother Mini Book, Kindergarten/1st Grade Informational Writing, Persuasive Writing, International Siblings Day (April) Activity, Father's Day Activity 16 pages This is a fun writing activity your class can do for International Siblings Day (April) or Father's Day (May)! Your students will enjoy making this mini book, and their brother's will LOVE reading them! These mini books make great gifts for Father's Day and International Siblings Day (April). This resource is accessible to a variety of learners! Students fill in the blank on each page. Students will write one word on some pages, and several words on others. There is also room for drawing on each page. Students can write an informational text or persuasive text. You can use all the pages provided, or pick and choose which pages you like best. Easy to use, just print and cut! (Each book is the size of half a page.) Similar products: All About My Sister Mini Book All About My Grandma mini book Mother's Day All About My Mom Mini Book All About My Grandpa Mini Book Father's Day All About My Dad Mini Book Included Prompts: My brother's name is __________. He is _____ years old. My brother has ____________. (You can have students interpret this prompt how they would like, or prompt students to share physical attributes like eye and hair color.) He is _____________. (You can have students interpret this prompt how they would like, or prompt students to write character traits.) His favorite thing to do is ___________. His favorite food is __________. His favorite drink is ___________. His favorite show is ____________. My brother is good at ______________. My brother taught me __________. My brother always says _______________. I love when my brother ______________. My brother makes me feel ____________. I love my brother because _________________. This is our family! (Students draw their family) "All About My Brother Mini Book" – an engaging writing activity perfect for International Siblings Day in April or Father's Day in May! Designed for kindergarten and 1st-grade students, this 16-page printable book allows children to express their love and appreciation for their brothers while practicing both informational and persuasive writing skills. Here's why this resource is a must-have for your classroom: Dual Celebration: Whether you're commemorating International Siblings Day or honoring fathers on Father's Day, this mini book offers a versatile activity that celebrates family relationships and fosters a sense of gratitude. Engaging Writing Prompts: From describing their brother's characteristics to persuading why their brother is amazing, each page presents prompts that spark creativity and critical thinking. Writing Versatility: Students have the opportunity to write informational texts, sharing facts about their brothers, or persuasive texts, convincing readers why their brother is the best. This encourages them to explore different writing styles. Customizable Pages: With the option to use all pages provided or select specific ones, you can tailor the activity to suit your classroom's preferences and schedule. Inclusive Learning: Designed to accommodate various learning styles, this mini book allows students to fill in blanks with single words or compose longer sentences. Ample drawing space encourages artistic expression alongside writing. Thoughtful Gifts: These mini books make heartfelt gifts for Father's Day or International Siblings Day. Brothers will cherish the personalized messages and adorable illustrations, creating lasting memories. Empower your students to celebrate the special men in their lives with "All About My Brother Mini Book." Download now and watch as students express affection and appreciation for their brothers in a fun and meaningful way! Thank you for supporting my TPT store! If you would like to receive notifications when I post new resources, follow me! If you liked the product, leave a REVIEW! TPT GIVES YOU CREDIT FOR REVIEWS! If you have any questions or concerns please email me at: [email protected] Let's connect! Follow me on Instagram @RayvensResources
It's no secret that writing daily will help you improve as a writer, but what should you write about? Here's 5 quick, daily writing prompts and exercises!
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Take the time to celebrate your writing accomplishments no matter how big or small. I made a purchase the other day. Not a big one, but it felt big to me. Because this was a purchase that I would k…
Are you struggling to feel productive every day as a writer? Here's how you can create an every damn day list to keep your life on track.
Do you have a favourite book? I bet your child does, you know the one you are asked to read over and over again night after night! The printable 'My favourite book' template that we are sharing today is a great way to open up conversations with your child about which books they do and don't like. Just scroll down below to download your copy (available with US and UK spellings).
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The introduction is what your readers will read first when they open your book. Follow the tips in this post to make the introduction an alluring one.
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If you want to learn how to write a book in 30 days, these 8 tips will help you schedule your time and draft your novel faster.
It’s time for another #10kWritingChallenge! I made this challenge up last month and it’s officially become “a thing.” The goal is to write 10,000 words in one day, and if you do, I’ll mail you a pin that you can wear with pride! If you’d like to sign up for the challenge, learn more, or …
Launch your opinion writing unit with these 10 daily opinion writing lesson plans, including anchor charts, graphic organizers, opinion writing prompts and The Day the Crayons Quit craft!
The writing process can seem daunting if you're just finding out how to start writing a novel. Here are some tips and resources from my own writing process.
The April Writing Prompts packet includes 18 picture writing prompts for the month of April. The journal writing pages have been designed with a picture and helpful vocabulary word list so children can focus on the task of writing. At the bottom of the page is a writing checklist to assist children in checking their work. There are three different pages for each writing prompt with differently sized handwriting lines. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Writing prompts focus on topics such as Easter, April Fool's Day, Arbor Day, Pond Life, Farm Life, and Plants. Below is a list of the prompts: • Easter Bunny • Easter Egg Hunt • Decorating Eggs • Earth Day • Recycling • Plants • Planting Seeds • Pond Life • Frogs • Ducks • Picnic Time • Ants • Playing at the Park • April Fool’s Day • Farm Life • Chicks • Pets • Arbor Day A blank writing page has been included for children that wish to write more than the allocated space on the writing prompt page. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Similar products you might be interested in: Writing Prompts: Yearlong Bundle •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Keep in Touch: Follow me on Facebook for exclusive freebies and giveaways! Follow me on Pinterest Visit my blog
Whether she’s building life-sized models of dinosaurs with her adopted family, trying her hand at cooking at a private retreat, living in a barn, taking a road trip across Europe or climbing mountains in Asia, author Aidyl Ewoh (aka Lydia Howe) seems to have adventures follow her wherever she goes. Her first book, Cave Secrets of the Pterodactyl was published by Answers in Genesis in 2013 and her second book is to be released by Master Books in 2015. Find out more about Aidyl at her Blog, Facebook, and Twitter. If you want to be serious about writing, you need to get in the habit of writing every day. It was August, 2012 and I was at my first writing conference when I heard the advice. I wrote it down in my notebook and began thinking of ways to implement writing every day into my life. It was the next week when I was reading the Go Teen Writers blog that I saw Stephanie had announced the first round of the 100/100 challenge. (Which is a writing exercise where you write a 100 words for a 100 days.) Realizing it would be the perfect opportunity to get into the habit, I signed up. I’m happy to announce that I’ve been going ever since. I just wrote my 100 words for the 730th day in a row. It’s a fantastic feeling. I know it doesn’t work for everyone to write every day. Still, I think it’s beneficial to at least try it. Here are some tips I’ve found for making the 100 for 100 challenge easier: Set an alarm. I have a phone where I can set a timer that goes off every day. My alarm is set for 10:16 pm each night. When the alarm sounds, if I haven’t already written my words, I snooze it until my words are written. And yes, I have had to get out of bed to write my words when I’ve forgotten to write them. I guess it would probably be smarter to get the words knocked out first thing in the morning, but I’m happy with my routine. Keep track of it. I started writing down what I did toward my writing dream back on January 1st, 2012. I’ve missed a few days, but I always go back and fill them in. Since I began keeping track, I’ve done at least one thing toward my writing goal every single day. It’s an amazing feeling to flip through a notebook and see how taking little steps each day for years can add up to a big dream coming true. (For instance, on 6-14-13 I wrote: 100/100, Blog post, publishing story, GTW FB, And... My first book is being released today!) Be ok with mediocre words sometimes. You can’t always spend the time you need to craft sensational sentences. Last month my best friend got married, and I was her maid of honor. For several days I didn’t have much time to spend on my writing, so I would think of how my character might respond to the situation I was in, and then write it from her perspective. That was great for me because - although I may never use those words - I still took the time to dive into my character’s head and get a clearer picture of her. Which ties into: Develop your characters. I discovered very quickly that sometimes I won’t be able to write more than 100 words per day (especially if I’m busy editing another manuscript). When that happens, I’ll work on character development, or write a snippet of description or dialog I might be able to use later on. That way I’m still writing constantly and making progress, but I don’t have to worry about choppy paragraphs where I jump from thought to thought. Share your work. If you have a blog, tell your readers about the challenge and give them updates every so often. If you don’t have a blog, try sharing it with a friend, family member, or fellow-writer. Or you can just comment about it on the Go Teen Writers blog or Facebook group. This year I began writing a story and sharing a segment of it on my blog every Friday. My readers love it. Reward yourself. So, you’ve written every day for a week? Extra internet. Every day for a month? An ice cream cone. A year? Buy yourself that book you’ve been wanting. It doesn’t really matter what it is, just find some way to reward yourself. I’m a words of affirmation gal, so most of the time I just tell my family about my accomplishments and their praise is all the reward I need. Whatever you end up doing, remember that your dream does matter and that it is worth spending extra time on! Stephanie here: How awesome and encouraging is Aidyl's story? I'm amazed by her discipline and super proud of her. Have you taken steps recently to make writing a more serious part of your routine? If so, we'd love to hear it! And there's still time to sign up for this round's 100 words for 100 days challenge! Today is DAY ONE of the challenge, and it's also the LAST day to register.
Are you behind in Camp NaNoWriMo like me? Have no fear! Today’s video is all about writing on the go and writing faster. Have ten minutes in the day? You have time to write! From writing your book at work or just learning to write more often, you’ll learn how to fit writing into your …
The April Writing Prompts packet includes 18 picture writing prompts for the month of April. The journal writing pages have been designed with a picture and helpful vocabulary word list so children can focus on the task of writing. At the bottom of the page is a writing checklist to assist children in checking their work. There are three different pages for each writing prompt with differently sized handwriting lines. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Writing prompts focus on topics such as Easter, April Fool's Day, Arbor Day, Pond Life, Farm Life, and Plants. Below is a list of the prompts: • Easter Bunny • Easter Egg Hunt • Decorating Eggs • Earth Day • Recycling • Plants • Planting Seeds • Pond Life • Frogs • Ducks • Picnic Time • Ants • Playing at the Park • April Fool’s Day • Farm Life • Chicks • Pets • Arbor Day A blank writing page has been included for children that wish to write more than the allocated space on the writing prompt page. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Similar products you might be interested in: Writing Prompts: Yearlong Bundle •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Keep in Touch: Follow me on Facebook for exclusive freebies and giveaways! Follow me on Pinterest Visit my blog
What can writing regularly—every day, if possible—do for you and your writing? Here are three benefits that can change your life.
If you asked me several years ago if I knew how to write a novel, I'd stare at you, blank. And here I am now, editing my 1st novel's 2nd draft, still not knowing what the hell I'm doing, but moving forward. I thought, hey, if I can do it, you can do it, right? Why not share? Well then, here goes:
First, let us all take a minute to admire the creativity of this post title! I am so lame at coming up with post titles. Most of the time I just put up the topic. So, can you tell that this post is about an end of the year favorite book activity? :-) As you may know, I teach in a building that was a middle school prior to being an elementary school. This is why the hallway I teach in is lined with lockers instead of bulletin boards. The kids use them as cubbies with no locks which is kind of nice because it keeps a lot of coat and book bag clutter out of the classroom itself. However, it does pose a problem for displaying things. We are constantly vertically challenged! Whatever you put out has to fit on a locker, and you can't overlap because the kids need to be able to open them. I've posted here and here about some different ways I've used vertical displays on the lockers. The end of the year favorite book part was an idea I had to have our entire hallway do a common display for the end of the year and encourage summer reading. What if each child in every class told about the most favorite book they read this year? We would have a long hallway full of book suggestions for summer reading. I made this big display at one end of the hallway on a bank of lockers that isn't in use. I designed a sheet where each child could tell a bit about their favorite book and design the cover. If you want to get lots of teachers involved in a project, make it as little work as possible for them and something they can do easily! I made a class set of copies for each classroom and a quick Power Point that teachers could use to explain the activity. Teachers could have students do this activity in class or for homework. I was really happy that almost everyone was on board! The kids did a great job. It was an activity that spanned every reading and interest level, so all could participate. In addition to the activity sheet, I made a quick poster for each teacher to hang outside their room with some summer cut-outs I picked up at the dollar store. Since this was just for use in our hallway, will be thrown out at the end of June, and are not for sale or anything like that, I just googled different summer reading clip art to make some simple posters. It is a long hallway, so I thought this would help keep it all more cohesive. When done, each class hung their posters on the lockers and we had a long hallway of book recommendations. There are 15 classes on this hallway with about 25 kids per a class. That is a hallway of 375 book recommendations! The last thing I did was create a quick book list sheet where teachers could take their classes on a book walk to "shop" for books they might like to read this summer based on classmates recommendations. Give each kid a clipboard and the blank sheet and they can walk around and read the hall to create their own personalized book list. Finally, that big sun I made for the end of the hallway? Turned out to be a little easier than I thought. I projected the image on my Pro Board and hung some yellow fadeless bulletin board paper to trace it on. The only problem was, once I traced it I couldn't figure out how to get the blue book, white teeth, and sunglasses. I thought it would look kind of messy if I colored it in. Then, I looked over at my science tub and saw a roll of wax paper! Now, you may already know this trick but when I realized I could trace the shape of the book on wax paper and then use that as a template to cut it out in blue paper, I was delighted. Once I cut out the blue paper, I just glued it on the yellow paper. I did the same for the teeth using white paper and the sunglasses using tin foil. I wish someone had shared this wax paper trick with me years ago! As I've written before, I'm a teacher just not an art teacher! If you would like a copy of the blank book form, you can download it here. It should be printed on 8.5" by 14" paper. The font is a little different than what you see in the photos, but still the same content. Well, except that the only one I saved is the original which says, "The Best Book I Read This Year." I did revise it to say, "The Best Book I've Read This Year." So, if the I instead of I've will bug you like it did me, don't download it! Sorry, but for some reason I didn't save the revised copy. So, that is the not-so-cleverly-titled "End of Year Favorite Book Activity."
Keeping a diary is a valuable self-reflection tool and also a beautiful daily writing practise. Here's some writing prompts to help you keep a diary.
How a writing journal can help with your writing, your creative ideas and your writing business. My notebooks or journals have been instrumental in turning around my attitude to writing. It has increased my focus, encouraged my ideas and helped me turn one sentence into a fifty thousand word workbo
