5 Ways to help children come up with a story idea
Many children have no problems coming up with a story idea. Others can think of ideas, but struggle to write them down. Then there are those who not only find coming up with ideas an arduous task, they are reluctant to write at all. I’ve met all these types of…
In defence of the reluctant readers
You know how much emphasis I put on the importance of reading, and on encouraging children to love stories and enjoy writing. Today though, I’m championing the reluctant readers out there, those who feel the pressure of being constantly told they must read more. I am the mother of a…
Nurturing responsibility and respect
‘You’ve cancelled the cleaner?’ A friend said. ‘Why on earth would you do that?’ I have to admit, it was a throw-the-toys-out-of-the-pram moment that led to me giving notice on our weekly clean, but it was costing me over £50 a week of my hard-earned money, and the house, although…
Is handwriting still important in the modern world?
Although many would argue handwriting is a dying art, learning to write by hand is an important part of development, covering everything from hand-eye coordination, to cognitive and fine motor skills, gross motor skills and core strength. The brain works in a different way when we write with a pen…
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Nikki Young
Hi, I'm Nikki Young. Welcome to my author page and blog.
I'm a writer and lover of stories and my first book, a spy story for children aged 8-12, was published in April 2017.
I credit my lively imagination to an amazing childhood, growing up in Yorkshire and living in a cul-de-sac in the days when children were allowed to run free and left to make their own fun!
Now, I'm a mum of three, but in my head, I haven't really grown up and those memories of my childhood days remain strong and active.