8th Grade Writing Ideas — Students of all ages can benefit from writing daily journals—but journaling is an especially beneficial activity for young teens in 8th grade who are preparing to graduate middle school and enter high school. Eighth grade is a confusing and stressful time for many teens, and regular writing and reflecting can […]
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30 Writing Prompt Ideas for 7th Grade Writers
As 7th graders get ready to transition into their turbulent teenage years, it’s incredibly important for teachers to do everything they can to keep their students focused and grounded. Seventh grade is a very stressful year for many students—they may feel a newfound sense of maturity and pride, but they also will likely feel the […]
30 New Creative Writing Topics for Grade 3
Brand New Creative Writing Topics for Grade 3 Students— When kids write, their minds are opened to brand new worlds and endless possibilities—and there is no form of writing more conducive to inspiring ideas than journaling. Students who keep regular journals enjoy the opportunity to explore their deepest thoughts in a totally safe space. For […]
30 New 8th Grade Writing Prompts
Eighth Grade Writing Prompts— When students finally reach eighth grade, they’re ready and eager to move on to the next big challenge that lies ahead: high school. That makes your job as an eighth-grade teacher especially tough! You have to strike the right balance between encouraging them to look ahead and reminding them that they […]
7th Grade Writing Prompts: 32 New Ideas
Seventh grade…what a fun time full of changes, transition, and growth! For many students, seventh grade is an incredibly significant transitional year. Your students are becoming teenagers for the first time and officially leaving childhood behind, and they’re also beginning to think very seriously about where they’ll go to high school, who they’ll be friends […]
6th Grade Writing Prompts
Writing Ideas for Sixth Graders — As they enter middle school and prepare to become teenagers, many sixth graders find themselves struggling to understand their emotions and to express their changing, unique personalities. It’s a tough time, for sure, but journaling can help students make sense of their experiences and reflect on who they are […]
