Kids and Creative Writing

Articles about encouraging children's creativity through writing activities and projects. We cover practical ways to support young writers and turn their stories into meaningful keepsakes.

Creative Writing Can Help Kids at School

Writing helps kids build confidence, handle stress, and succeed both academically and socially at school.

Creative Writing Exercises to Inspire Children

Help kids spark their imagination with hands-on writing exercises that turn creativity into play instead of a chore.

Encouraging Your Child to Write Creatively

Help your child tap into their natural creativity by trying simple writing exercises like collaborative storytelling and other hands-on activities.

Help Your Child Write a Book or Poem

Help your child express creativity through writing while rediscovering your own voice as a writer.

Kids and Grandparents

Help your grandchild write together and see the world through their eyes while creating stories you'll both treasure.

Looking for Childrens' Competitions and Awards

Children's writing competitions offer real prizes, but high fees and scams are common, so here's how to find legitimate contests worth entering.

Turning Children's Writing to Special Gifts

Turn your child's writings into lasting keepsakes and gifts that preserve their unique voice and perspective.

Use Writing to Help Kids Discipline and Self-Esteem

Help kids build confidence and self-discipline through writing in a way that feels natural and fun.

Why Kids Are Natural Creative Writers and Thinkers

Kids see the world as new and full of possibilities, here's how to tap into that natural creativity as an adult.