057: How To Teach Writing

As the final pillar of the Reading, Writing, ‘Rithmetic pyramid, it’s important to know how to teach writing. But when should you start? Why is it so important? And what are the best curricula for teaching the mechanics of writing? We here at the Happy Homeschooler Podcast have answers to all these questions, as well as in depth discussions about how to teach each element of writing, whether spelling, grammar, or composition. And be sure to stay to the end to hear our hosts discuss the Big Question dominating their homeschooling groups. School is back and The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is there for you every step of the way! If you have any homeschooling questions or comments, please email us at [email protected] SHOW NOTES: Visit Transcript Maker and get your 14-day free trial! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Research any curriculum you can think of! – Cathy Duffy Homeschool Curriculum Reviews Writing Resources: Any Child Can Write, By Harvey S. Weiner Easy Grammar Plus Spelling: Tricks of the Trade, by Gayle Graham Creative Composition Natural Speller The Elements of Style, by William Strunk Jr. MLA Formatting The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach and Melody Gillum, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our graphic design is by Pete Soloway and our music is by The Great Pangolin. If you liked this episode, and you’d like to help us grow, leave us a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!