With the effects of his delayed gross motor development still very much present in his everyday life, my youngest, who is now eight and a half, is becoming increasingly reluctant to write. You can read more about his developmental delays, hypermobility and food intolerances on my blog, A ‘Free ... READ the POST
Archives for August 2017
Books for reluctant readers – Wonder by R.J Palacio
Wonder is a story of strength, courage and bravery, of overcoming obstacles and not letting your fears stand in your way. It reminds us not to judge people based on how they look. Wonder is a story every child should read. My eight year old is one of my reluctant readers. He’s a boy for a ... READ the POST
New workshops and dates for Storymakers Writing Club
Storymakers offers two-hour workshops, a six-week story writing course and a regular (fortnightly) writing club. Held in Sevenoaks, all are suitable for children aged 8 years and above. I have just added some new workshops to the list, with dates running up to the end of the year. Please have a ... READ the POST
Creative writing clubs for children
Why is creative writing important for children? Writing is inextricably linked to all forms of creativity from art to drama, so why shouldn't children enjoy writing as much as they do these other disciplines? I am a firm believer that fostering a love of stories in children will help them enjoy ... READ the POST