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This third grade writing activity brings home the lesson: it's not only what you write that's important, but how you write it, too.

Show your child how to write a diamante poem, which makes use of a simple structure and results in a diamond-shaped poem.

Try your hand at writing jump rope rhymes by organizing your ideas first, then composing your creation like a poem.

Help second graders grasp their understanding of tall tales and practice writing with this activity by writing about their own family!

This fun writing activity takes a regular task - writing a story - and transforms it into a collaborative writing experience for hilarious results!

Give your third grader's reading and writing skills a stretch: have her create a Care Manual for your pet the next time your family goes away.

Thanksgiving dinner can be filled with fun and memorable interactions between family members. This holiday, why not memorialize some of those details and events with a family poem? You can create a lasting memory in the form of a poem with contributions f

This writing activity will promote dialogue about racial segregation and its impact on African-Americans throughout history with your child.

Is your kid indecisive about what he wants to be when he grows up? Instead of concentrating on just one dream, encourage him to explore the possibilities.

Design a special recipe book just for mom. Kid-made and packed with recipes for some of mom's favorite dishes, it's sure to be a hit on Mother's Day.

Children take inspiration from Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai to write their own blog listicle on a topic of their choosing.

I see fun in your future! Your child will love making homemade Popsicles and creating jokes or fortunes to write on the Popsicle sticks.

Help your child learn more about the military by having him create a portrait of a soldier and write a short summary about why that soldier is important.

Turn a real-life hero into a folklore hero. Your child can write a tall tale that makes a Davy Crockett or John Henry out of someone they personally know.

In this fun fall-themed activity, your child will design and decorate a pumpkin based on a picture book. After completing their pumpkin, they’ll write a short story about a new adventure related to their picture book.

A nonet is a 9-line poem. Like haiku, each line has a specific number of syllables, starting with nine in the first line and ending with only one in the last.

Many kids find themselves especially challenged by writing in third grade. Here's how you can help, using a technique called "storyboarding."

Help your child learn the parts of speech! Start with adjectives and have your child describe Santa Claus to someone who has never heard of him.

Help your child create an autumn poem full of colorful sensory details.

Try adding a splash of color to editing and revising with rainbow editing.

Here's a fun writing activity that will turn a Saturday trip to the local zoo into an all-out creativity bonanza.

People have identification cards, why not pets? Make an ID card for your family pet, a fun activity that also gives your child some writing practice.

Get your little traveler ready for a âround-the-world adventure! Kids will get a geography lesson, writing practice and a great appreciation for traveling.

Let your third grader newscaster practice presentation skills with this video "card" to celebrate Dad this Father's Day!

Help your third grader author a lovely limerick in honor of Valentine's Day! He'll be delighted to compose and recite this nonsensical poem.

Turn your living room into a sophisticated café while your child and their friends explore the world of poetry with this unique and entertaining party idea.

Help Mother's Day feel special for weeks and months ahead, while giving your child some good writing practice, too.

Let your child step into the main character's shoes as they keep track of the setting, events, and names of characters in the story by keeping a journal.

This reading comprehension activity teaches children reading in reverse: how would you teach an alien to use a zipper?

Start the school year off on the right foot by treating your child's new teacher to a special heart-felt surprise!