Fun Ways to Encourage Writing at Home This Holiday Season

Looking for a simple way to boost your child’s writing skills over the holidays? Try turning writing into a fun family activity. Here are a few easy ideas:

Make a list of people to write to. Grandparents, cousins, friends – kids love sending messages to people they know.

Create a word bank. Write 5-10 holiday words on cards, like snow, holiday, Uncle Brian, or Christmas. Your child can use these words to spark ideas.

Talk it through. Before writing, chat about what the letter should say. This helps kids organize their thoughts.

Build sentences together. Show how to join ideas with words like “and.” Mix short and longer sentences for variety.

Take turns writing. Print words or sentences together. If your child asks how to spell something, show them.

Keep it fun and relaxed. Praise every effort. Short sessions work best. Stop while it’s still enjoyable.

Writing doesn’t have to feel like homework. With these quick tips, you’ll create special messages and happy memories while building literacy skills.