06-12-2021
Make Writing an Everyday Activity
If your teen thinks of writing as a “school only” activity, he may balk at sharpening his skills outside of class. To keep this from happening, find lots of real-life opportunities for him to write.
Here are a few suggestions:
- Have your teen write thank-you notes. Texting, video chatting and social media are making letter writing a dying art, particularly among teens. Don’t let that happen in your family. Show your teen the components of a well-written letter—from the salutation to the closing—and insist that he write thank-you notes whenever he receives a gift. He can also write to express gratitude to people who have helped him or made a difference in his life.
- Encourage your teen to enter writing contests. He may be more motivated to write if there is the potential for a prize. When looking for writing contests for teens, avoid any that ask teens to pay a fee to enter, or to give up the rights to their work.
- Ask your teen for instructions. Is he more tech-savvy than you are? Have him enlighten you! Ask him to write a set of directions for how to do something on the computer or on your phone that you can follow when he’s not home.
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