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Kim Kautzer @WriteShop 2h

@quickadditions This article might encourage you RE: helping your child w/writing http://www.writeshop.com/blog/are-you-turning-your-child-off-to-writing … #homeschool


RT @StefMLayton: #homeschool this is our 2nd year using @WriteShop - can not praise it enough!! @happyhousewife // Makes me happy, Stef!

StefMLayton @StefMLayton 2h

#homeschool this is our 2nd year using @WriteShop - can not praise it enough!! @happyhousewife

Marti Pieper @MartiPieper 2h

@Kaitlin_M_Ruiz Haha, I actually thought of you when I tweeted that! #Homeschool


@BenAndMeBlog Loved being here! I've been on a social media fast, so it was fun to jump in again for the afternoon. :) #homeschool

Marcy @BenAndMeBlog 2h

Thanks for the chat, Kim! @WriteShop #homeschool


@WendyWoerner @HappyHousewife So happy to share with you guys. Fast, fun 30 minutes! #homeschool


@Another_Mom @Fitness4Africa Pen pals make for great real-life writing practice. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop @quickadditions AMEN! This is what it's all about. Writing is a process, not a one-time event, right? #homeschool


@quickadditions AMEN! This is what it's all about. Writing is a process, not a one-time event, right? #homeschool

Stephanie @quickadditions 2h

@WriteShop Thank you! This is my first time in on this chat and I'll be back! Very helpful! #homeschool

Becky Marie @forthisseason 2h

RT @BenAndMeBlog Hey -- can I mention that tomorrow on the @HomeschoolCrew blog, we're doing a fab @Writeshop #giveaway? ! #homeschool

Toni Anderson @HappyHousewife 2h

@WriteShop includes games, brainstorming worksheets, and hands-on projects that equip kids to become confident writers. #homeschool


YES! RT @BenAndMeBlog: Hey -- can I mention that tomorrow on the @HomeschoolCrew blog, we're doing a fab @WriteShop #giveaway? #homeschool


RT @BenAndMeBlog: Hey -- can I mention that tomorrow on the @HomeschoolCrew blog, we're doing a fab @Writeshop #giveaway? ! #homeschool


@Cimsha The older elementary levels are my favorites! So much fun and lots of great writing experiences! #homeschool


Hey -- can I mention that tomorrow on the @HomeschoolCrew blog, we're doing a fab @Writeshop #giveaway? ! #homeschool


Next week @raising_arrows will be joining us to talk about large family homeschooling. #homeschool


Please check out @WriteShop, such a great company! :-) http://www.writeshop.com/ #homeschool #writing

Stephanie Bowman @Bowmania 2h

RT @HappyHousewife: Time's up! That went by fast ladies! #homeschool// until next time :)


RT @HappyHousewife: Thank you Kim for joining us today! I learned a ton!!! // It flew by! #homeschool

Wendy Woerner @WendyWoerner 2h

Yes, thank you! RT @HappyHousewife Thank you Kim for joining us today! I learned a ton!!! @WriteShop #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Time's up! That went by fast ladies! #homeschool // Thanks for another great chat!


Boo! Loved joining in! RT @HappyHousewife Time's up! That went by fast ladies! #homeschool


Thank you Kim for joining us today! I learned a ton!!! @WriteShop #homeschool


@Gr8tPeaceAcadmy Aw, thanks, Renee! #homeschool

JustSomeonesMom @Another_Mom 2h

A6: No curriculum here, but our pen pal in Uganda (through @Fitness4Africa ) gives us a loose schedule. #homeschool


Time's up! That went by fast ladies! #homeschool

Cindy Rollins @CindyOrdoAmoris 2h

“@HappyHousewife: Q6. What is your favorite writing curriculum? #homeschool” Daily Written narrations over many years.

Renee Brown @Gr8tPeaceAcadmy 2h

A6: @WriteShop Q6. What is your favorite writing curriculum? #homeschool. It really is, I'm not just saying that because Kim is the guest.


WriteShop includes games, brainstorming worksheets, and hands-on projects that equip kids to become confident writers. #homeschool


@WendyWoerner Although I'm just learning about @WriteShop and I LOVE it! #homeschool


RT @WendyWoerner: RT @HappyHousewife A6. Never used a formal curriculum. // Not everyone needs one! #homeschool


A.6 we've dabbled in IEW & Jump In! by Sharon Watson. Looking forward to peeking at @WriteShop soon w/ @HomeschoolCrew. #homeschool


@Another_Mom I love the idea of using a recorder. #homeschool


Writing doesn’t have to be boring. I love that kids can learn creatively while having a blast, esp. in our younger levels! #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife A6. Never used a formal curriculum. (gasp, shudder, hiding in shame) #homeschool #writing We haven't either.


A6: Of course, I’m biased! I love how WriteShop equips parents so everyone feels successful. #homeschool http://www.writeshop.com


@Another_Mom That's a great idea! #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q6. What is your favorite writing curriculum? #homeschool We don't have one but hope to try @WriteShop soon!


@WriteShop Amen and such a good point! I want to instill the PROCESS of writing! #homeschool


A6. Never used a formal curriculum. (gasp, shudder, hiding in shame) #homeschool #writing

JustSomeonesMom @Another_Mom 2h

@HappyHousewife @WriteShop We use the recorder on my phone. He can "write" his thoughts w/out me in the way, then I transcribe. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop: Give them boundaries! How long? What topic? Etc. #homeschool #writing


Here’s a helpful article on brainstorming with reluctant kiddos: http://bit.ly/1lpl0wN #homeschool

Tabitha Philen @TabithaPhilen 2h

RT @HappyHousewife: Q6. What is your favorite writing curriculum? #homeschool


Use tools to brainstorm, outline, organize—so their writing doesn’t end up a jumbled mess of rabbit trails and repeated ideas. #homeschool


Q6. What is your favorite writing curriculum? #homeschool


Give them boundaries! How long? What topic? Etc. #homeschool


@WriteShop such a good point! Never thought about it that way! #homeschool


Telling kids “write about whatever you want” is like throwing them into the middle of the ocean and saying “Swim for shore!” #homeschool


YES! RT @WriteShop Don’t be afraid to act as your child’s scribe. This takes the pressure off! #homeschool

Connie Stults @thedaisyhead 2h

RT @HappyHousewife A5. My tips for all struggling learners (no matter what subject) is RELAX. :-) #homeschool


LOVE THIS>> RT @HappyHousewife: A5. My tips for all struggling learners (no matter what subject) is RELAX. :-) #homeschool


RT @BenAndMeBlog A5: Also give them permission to write without worrying about errors or neat handwriting. #homeschool


@WendyWoerner that is awesome. Love success stories! #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Don’t be afraid to act as your child’s scribe. This takes the pressure off! #homeschool


A5: Also give them permission to write without worrying about errors or neat handwriting. #homeschool






Don’t be afraid to act as your child’s scribe. This takes the pressure off! #homeschool




RT @WriteShop Most children don’t naturally hate writing. They BELIEVE they hate it because they’re unmotivated/unequipped. #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife RT @WriteShop: Have any of you tried StoryBuilders? Fun writing prompt card decks. http://bit.ly/storybuilders #homeschool




A5. My tips for all struggling learners (no matter what subject) is RELAX. :-) #homeschool


want to write a paper 1x and want you to love it. No room in their world for the nuisance of proofreading, editing, or revising! #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Most children don’t naturally hate writing. They BELIEVE they hate it because they’re unmotivated/unequipped. #homeschool


@HappyHousewife My daughter struggled with drawing. I encouraged her to keep trying. She is fantastic now. Same with writing. #homeschool


RTQ5:What are your best tips for encouraging a struggling writer? //Let them compute! #homeschool


RT @WriteShop: Have any of you tried StoryBuilders? Fun writing prompt card decks. http://bit.ly/storybuilders #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife: Q5. What are your best tips for encouraging a struggling writer? #homeschool


Love 'em! RT @WriteShop Have any of you tried StoryBuilders? Fun writing prompt card decks. http://bit.ly/storybuilders #homeschool


#homeschool I wrote about my tips for teaching creative writing outside the pencil box.http://www.greatpeaceacademy.com/2014/01/Tips-for-Teaching-creative-writing.html …


A5 - I'm the struggling writer in our house so I'll take all your tips! Right now I encourage storytelling through art #homeschool


@StefMLayton WHAT!!!!! Without me?!?!?! #howcouldyou #homeschool


Most children don’t naturally hate writing. They BELIEVE they hate it simply because they’re either unmotivated and unequipped. #homeschool


Have any of you tried StoryBuilders? Fun writing prompt card decks to mix-match character, setting, plot. http://bit.ly/storybuilders #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q5. What are your best tips for encouraging a struggling writer? #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q5. What are your best tips for encouraging a struggling writer? #homeschool


Q5. What are your best tips for encouraging a struggling writer? #homeschool


“@TabithaPhilen: My kids actually like to write comic books. Does that count? #homeschool” <~ absolutely! Art & writing! We have 100s


@TabithaPhilen I think it does. They still have to come up with a story line and communicate and idea #homeschool


RT @TabithaPhilen: My kids actually like to write comic books. Does that count? // Yes, yes, yes! #homeschool


@TabithaPhilen I would say yes! #homeschool


I love all your ideas about letting kids write about the things they're passionate about! Bionicles, LEGOs, horses, gardening #homeschool


My kids actually like to write comic books. Does that count? #homeschool


#homeschool @happyhousewife sitting at 4R waiting on dinner to go! ;)


RT @HappyHousewife Definitely check out @WriteShop for their FREE writing prompts. http://www.writeshop.com/blog/ #homeschool


RT @WriteShop I also have a Pinterest board pinned with journaling ideas and writing prompts! http://www.pinterest.com/writeshop/writing-prompts … #homeschool


Definitely check out @WriteShop for their FREE writing prompts. http://www.writeshop.com/blog/ #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Writing prompts are great warmups! They help get those creative juices flowing. Even just 10 minutes a day is great! #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Check out Writing Prompt Wednesday on my blog—every week we post fun prompts . http://bit.ly/writing-prompt-Wednesday … #homeschool


@TabithaPhilen My son writes about Bionicles. I believe he will broaden his horizons eventually. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop I also have a Pinterest board pinned with journaling ideas and writing prompts! http://www.pinterest.com/writeshop/writing-prompts … #homeschool


Great idea! RT @StefMLayton #homeschool having a hands-on learner has been a challenge. We keep notebook of superhero stories he writes


I also have a Pinterest board pinned with journaling ideas and writing prompts! http://www.pinterest.com/writeshop/writing-prompts … #homeschool


Writing prompts are great warmups! They help get those creative juices flowing. Even just 10 minutes a day is great! #homeschool


@quickadditions @WriteShop My son was using a curriculum but asked for something more in-depth. :/ So I helped him find that. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Check out Writing Prompt Wednesday on my blog-every week we post fun prompts for all ages. http://bit.ly/writing-prompt-Wednesday … #homeschool


#homeschool having a hands-on learner has been a challenge. We keep notebook of superhero stories he writes 1pg daily.


A4: we love writing prompts and get them from various places, including @WriteShop #homeschool


I use writing prompts but if they don't have to do with #supermario, I'm sunk before I even start. They are very narrow-minded. #homeschool


Check out Writing Prompt Wednesday on my blog—every week we post fun prompts for all ages. http://bit.ly/writing-prompt-Wednesday … #homeschool


RT @quickadditions: @WriteShop How much help do you give? I helped ds through early hi school. A lot! Now he's getting a PhD. #homeschool


A4 - We do story telling, B takes pictures and then tells me a story about them. Sometimes I write it down, others just oral #homeschool


@TabithaPhilen YES!!! #homeschool


My kids *think* creatively. Getting them to put thoughts on paper is like writer's block meets fear factor meets stubborn! #homeschool


RT @Gr8tPeaceAcadmy Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool A3: DS Thinks it's too time consuming. My 11 yo.


A4: Yes, from Write shop ;) Q4. Do you use writing prompts? If so where do you find them? #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q4. Do you use writing prompts? If so where do you find them? #homeschool


@WriteShop How much help do you give though? I don't want them dependent on my knowledge to write! Where's the happy medium? #homeschool


RT @Cimsha: Am I enabling if i just accept dictation? #homeschool @WriteShop // Absolutely not! Independence will come in time.


“@HappyHousewife: Q4. Do you use writing prompts? If so where do you find them? #homeschool” <~ @WriteShop has great prompts, games, etc.


@WendyWoerner @BenAndMeBlog he's able to do most things, but I think we need to get a leftie can opener at some point #homeschool


RT @BenAndMeBlog RT @HappyHousewife Q4. Do you use writing prompts? If so where do you find them? #homeschool




@HappyHousewife Kim offers some great ones on her site! #homeschool


Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool A3: DS Thinks it's too time consuming.

ShannonC @Cimsha 2h

Am I enabling if i just accept dictation? #homeschool @WriteShop




Q4. Do you use writing prompts? If so where do you find them? #homeschool


@HappyHousewife I've decided at a minimum my kids need to be able to READ cursive, but penmanship itself isn't so important #homeschool


You’re bloggers-you love to write! But I bet you feel guilty when you can’t seem to transfer your skills/ passion to your kids. #homeschool


#homeschool big writing challenge is letting 11yr old write - not help him & create for him. He lets me do it too often. @happyhousewife


RT @WriteShop: It’s not enough just to tell them to “write.” You need to guide them through the steps so they know how. #homeschool


@forthisseason @BenAndMeBlog Both of my sons are lefties! #homeschool


@WendyWoerner Awesome! #homeschool


@forthisseason Well does anyone actually handwrite anymore? Typing seems more valuable. #homeschool


@BenAndMeBlog I have a leftie too! #homeschool


@TabithaPhilen {hugs!} #homeschool


@WriteShop We're going to print my son's novel when he finishes, and he'll design a cover. That is part of his motivation. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop It’s not enough just to tell them to “write.” You need to guide them through the steps so they know how. #homeschool


@HappyHousewife Right now B refuses to do any handwriting at all. He's really into typing so we're doing that right now. #homeschool


That was embarrassing to admit. #homeschool


It’s not enough just to tell them to “write.” You need to guide them through the steps so they know how. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Work together. They need your guidance, encouragement, feedback. They need to see that this is important to you! #homeschool




#homeschool. Hi @WriteShop thankful for this topic today.




Work together. They need your guidance, encouragement, feedback. They need to see that this is important to you! #homeschool


@forthisseason my kids have terrible penmanship, I try to keep them separate. #homeschool


RT @forthisseason: A3 - Should I even be doing anything formal in K? #homeschool // You can, but it's not critical. Do "writing" orally!


oh, and he's a leftie. #homeschool


A3 - Also, I don't know what the basics are or where to start. #homeschool


A3: the mechanics of writing are difficult for my adhd boy #homeschool


Time crunched. Trying to just skate by w/basics. RT @HappyHousewife: Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool


Was Q2 answered? I'm not seeing it and wondering when to start something more formal with writing? #homeschool @writeshop


RT @WriteShop: like teaching any other skill... You begin w/basics & build a bigger, wider, stronger foundation. #homeschool #writing


RT @Cimsha: @WriteShop I need a plan! #homeschool


A3 - I don't know if handwriting and writing should be grouped together. Should I even be doing anything formal in K? #homeschool

ShannonC @Cimsha 2h

@WriteShop I need a plan! #homeschool


RT @WriteShop: like teaching any other skill... You begin w/basics & build a bigger, wider, stronger foundation. #homeschool #writing

Kiva S. @Farmsteadlady 2h

Putting too much if me into the corrections. 😁 RT @HappyHousewife: Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool


RT @WendyWoerner: @HappyHousewife Instructing/correcting without crushing their desire to write. #homeschool


RT @WriteShop: It’s like teaching any other skill—baking, soccer. Begin w/ basics & build a bigger, wider, stronger foundation. #homeschool


@HappyHousewife Instructing/correcting without crushing their desire to write. #homeschool


A3: The challenge might be YOU! Lots of moms feel insecure about teaching writing. You’re not alone! #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool


Awesome! RT @WendyWoerner: My son is writing a novel online. I am letting him count that towards his writing credit this year. #homeschool


Q3. What are some of your challenges when teaching writing? #homeschool

Kendra Fletcher @KendraEFletcher 2h

@WendyWoerner Absolutely! #homeschool


It’s like teaching any other skill—baking, soccer, whatever. You begin w/ basics & build a bigger, wider, stronger foundation. #homeschool


RT @Cimsha: @WriteShop My son is terrified to write. He can copy, but no original thought. // Ask lots of Qs and guide him! #homeschool


Good point. #ouch RT @WriteShop: Without a plan, will you ever get to it? #homeschool


My son is writing a novel online. I am letting him count that towards his writing credit this year. #homeschool


Trying very hard to be. RT @WriteShop: Are you purposeful and intentional about teaching writing—do you have a plan? #homeschool


@WriteShop so what do we do! Hire a stenographer? @Bowmania @thedaisyhead #homeschool


@WriteShop Yes! My plan involves WriteShop :D #homeschool


Without a plan, will you ever get to it? #homeschool


@WriteShop My eldest daughter is definitely less intuitive. Would love a great recommendation for 9th grade (next year). #homeschool


RT @WriteShop Are you purposeful and intentional about teaching writing—do you have a plan? #homeschool // No, I need one!


RT @WriteShop Are you purposeful and intentional about teaching writing—do you have a plan? #homeschool


Feel I should teach RT @HappyHousewife: Q2. Do you feel obligated to teach writing? #homeschool


Are you purposeful and intentional about teaching writing—do you have a plan? #homeschool


Mine too! RT @Bowmania: my kids are terrible writers, BUT if they dictate a story to me it's much better! #homeschool @WriteShop


A2: I want to teach them to write because I love to write. #homeschool


I need to know this too RT @HappyHousewife A2. What age I should start something more formal? #homeschool


#Truth! RT @Bowmania: my kids are terrible writers, BUT if they dictate a story to me it's much better! #homeschool @writeshop


Here too. RT @Bowmania my kids are terrible writers, BUT if they dictate a story to me it's much better! #homeschool @writeshop

Kris Bales @Kris_WUHSMom 3h

@HappyHousewife A2. Writing will never come naturally to my boy. Even with my writer girl, instruction hones her natural bent.. #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife A2. What age I should start something more formal? Don't want to supress creativity, but want good technique. #homeschool


my kids are terrible writers, BUT if they dictate a story to me it's much better! #homeschool @writeshop


A2. What age I should start something more formal? Don't want to suppress creativity, but also want good technique. #homeschool


A2 - I really struggle with writing and I'm afraid of passing that to my kids. I want to be intentional about teaching writing #homeschool


RT @WriteShop A1: Most kids aren’t intuitive writers. They do need intentional writing instruction. #homeschool


A1: Most kids aren’t intuitive writers. They do need intentional writing instruction. #homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Q2. Do you feel obligated to teach writing, or is it something that will come naturally to your kids? #homeschool


Confession: I have everything by @WriteShop and have yet to use it. #blush #curriculumaddict #homeschool #help


A2. I've noticed that my kids who have not had formal writing training- have lots of form issues. #homeschool


@HappyHousewife I am letting my kiddos take the lead now. #homeschool


@thedaisyhead Me too, Connie! Looking forward to lots of IRL hugs from my online friends. :) #homeschool


@Kris_WUHSMom Only if it's not stalkish if I say the same right back atcha! #homeschool


Q2. Do you feel obligated to teach writing, or is it something that will come naturally to your kids as they get older? #homeschool


Thanks, sweets! I get a little better every day. RT @TabithaPhilen @thedaisyhead Hey Lovey. Praying for you! #homeschool


@WendyWoerner You too! #homeschool


@HappyHousewife excited that i could make it :) #homeschool @WriteShop


@thedaisyhead Yay! Connie's feeling well enough to be here :) Praying for you. #homeschool


@WriteShop Can't wait to see you! #homeschool


@WriteShop @thedaisyhead @forthisseason Can't wait to see you all there! #homeschool


@forthisseason I know the feeling. #homeschool


@thedaisyhead Hey Lovey. Praying for you! #homeschool


RT @thedaisyhead: @forthisseason Thank you! Only 5 more weeks til #2to1Conf, you know. // excited to be going this year! #homeschool


@thedaisyhead I know! I'm really excited. #homeschool


@KendraEFletcher Howdy, Kendra Baby! :) #homeschool


RT @thedaisyhead @forthisseason Thank you! Only 5 more weeks til #2to1Conf, you know. :) #homeschool


@WriteShop Hey Kim! #homeschool


WooHoo! RT @thedaisyhead: @forthisseason Thank you! Only 5 more weeks til #2to1Conf, you know. :) #homeschool


@HappyHousewife always nice to see you, Toni! #homeschool


@KendraEFletcher Was great to see you last weekend. :) #homeschool


@HappyHousewife we're doing okay. Still waiting to rip the band aid off... If this snow would melt things would be much better! #homeschool


@KendraEFletcher Hey, girl! #homeschool


@forthisseason Thank you! Only 5 more weeks til #2to1Conf, you know. :) #homeschool


@KendraEFletcher Hey Kendra! Nice to see you! #homeschool


@WendyWoerner Hey Wendy! #homeschool


@KendraEFletcher Hi! #homeschool


Great. How are you? RT @forthisseason: @HappyHousewife Hey friend! How are you? #homeschool


@thedaisyhead So glad you're here! Been thinking of you. #homeschool


Hey #homeschool peeps! Just popped on Twitter and see you're meeting up :)


@Kris_WUHSMom Hi Kris! #homeschool


Thanks! :) RT @HappyHousewife @thedaisyhead We'll take every minute you can give! So thankful you are here. #homeschool


RT @Kris_WUHSMom: A1. Me! We're using @WriteShop. Love it! #Homeschool


@thedaisyhead We'll take every minute you can give! So thankful you are here. #homeschool


Hey, friend! Nice to see you here! @Kris_WUHSMom @HappyHousewife #homeschool


@HappyHousewife Hey friend! How are you? #homeschool

Kris Bales @Kris_WUHSMom 3h

A1. Me! We're using @WriteShop. Love it! #Homeschool


RT @HappyHousewife Tick tock it's 3 o'clock! Time to join the #homeschool chat. Today's topic- writing! @WriteShop


@Bowmania good afternoon friend! #homeschool


Tick tock it's 3 o'clock! Time to join the #homeschool chat. Today's topic- writing! @WriteShop

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