Young AuthorsUNIVERSITYLiteracy. Creativity. Publishing.A new chapter starts in your classroom.
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Find out how the classroom project works, ask about optional family books, or start a creative writing activity at home.
A HOME FOR BIG IDEAS
Start with a drawing, an idea, or a conversation. These free PDFs support a home activity; printing and publication are arranged separately.
FREE PDFWriting · 2 pages
Big drawing spaces and adult-scribing prompts for early storytellers.
FREE PDFWriting · 2 pages
Draw and write through three story moments, with prompts to help students connect their ideas.
FREE PDFPublishing · 2 pages
Plan a title, cover image, author credit, and back-cover description.
ENCOURAGE THE AUTHOR, HOWEVER THEY CREATE
Invite your child to tell you about their story through writing, drawing, AAC, dictation, or another familiar way of communicating. Ask what they want a reader to know.
A small, encouraging moment can make room for the next idea. Let your child choose what they want to share.
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