Theresa Peters

Alright, homeschool parents, let's talk about the real enemy of writing: erratic emotion.   Especially in those Grade 6-9 years. You've seen it, haven't you? The blank page paralysis. The folded arms. The sighs that could deflate a hot air balloon. Maybe even their tears (and yours too!)   It's not only about grammar rules or essay structures at this age. It's about a crushing wave of fear. Fear of getting it wrong. Fear of looking foolish. Fear of exposing their raw, unformed thoughts to...

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