Even Lisa Simpson finds writing difficult! But by playing writing games, getting inspiration from great stories, and writing about interesting topics, it suddenly becomes much easier and more fun. Honest!
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An eager beaver is someone who has an unbelievable amount of energy and enthusiasm — like the writing tutor who's very excited to start the new term!
It's always heartening to hear how my tutoring has helped. To see Lala's son build in confidence and loving to write is the biggest reward.
Thanks to Henry and his parents for their lovely present and card. Best of luck with your English Language GCSE!
(I've already scoffed one of the three boxes of truffles!)
It's amazing how creative and imaginative kids can be. As a teaching assistant in schools, I lost count of the number of fantastical stories of far-off places kids told me about.
Did you know the word 'fabulous' comes from a Latin word meaning "celebrated in fable" and "rich in myths"? We've certainly been having a fabulous week of fairytales!
Continuing the folk-tale theme this week, 8-year-old Charlie and I have been reading Hansel & Gretel, preparing to write a fairytale of our own. I can't wait to see what fantastic ideas he comes up with!
We've been researching local myths and legends today. It's inspired 11-year-old Ethem and me to plan a story about a fearsome tooth fairy and one about a Franken-ape!
Were you eager to eat marmalade sandwiches with Paddington or go walking in the air with the Snowman?
