Writing

[|Acrostic Poems Writing Tool] This online tool begins with a short explanation about what an acrostic poem is. Then students choose and fill in their topic word. The next page ask them to brainstorm a list of words or phrases that describe or remind them of their topic word. The next step is to write an acrostic poem with the topic word shows up on vertical tiles. The kids will have loads of fun using this tool.

[|Publish students' stories online with Kids' Space!] At Kids' Space, there are plenty of activities for kids to do! Kids Gallery allow them to share pictures according to different categories. StoryBook is the place for them to read or publish their stories. The stories can be stories based on monthly materials, original stories, folk tales, or even class works! Beanstalk encourages cooperations between kids, one can send in a picture book story and the other can do the art work. On Air Concert allows the kids to share music work played or created by themselves. Teachers and parents can find lots of ways to encourage the kids' creativity here!

[|Rhyme Zone] At Rhyme Zone, all you need to do is type in a word to find its rhymes, synonyms, definitions, and more. The results can be sorted by syllables or by letters.

Six Traits Writing Here you will find a list of picture book titles in the library that support your curriculum in teaching Six Traits Writing.

[|Writing with Authors] Students work with authors, illustrators, & editors in exclusive workshops designed to guide them in developing their writing skills. The site features projects by authors such as Virginia Hamilton, Jane Yolen, Jack Prelusky, and more. Students can also browse projects by sujects, including book review, myth, folktale, mystery, etc. Some project like news writing even includes audio clips. Each project features step-by-step guide that explains how to brainstorm for ideas, organize the details, and ends by inviting students to publish their work online. Students can also read what others have written and submitted.