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11+ Creative Writing Exercises
Getting good at creative writing takes time and practice, just like running a marathon. It’s always best to prepare yourself before going into battle. You can use this creative writing exercise to help your child write about any topic that interests them. The idea is to get their creative juices flowing, so these exercises start…
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The Different 11 Plus Writing Tasks for Grammar and Independent Schools
The Different 11 Plus Writing Tasks for Grammar and Independent Schools
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10 Tips for better writing: For the 11 Plus, GCSE English and in general!
10 creative writing tips for children
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How to Improve Your Child’s Handwriting for 11 Plus Exams
Find out how you can help your child to have the best possible chance of passing their 11+ exams. These are proven tips that work!
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6 Things you need to know if your child is taking the ISEB Pre-Test
6 Things you need to know if your child is taking the ISEB Pre-Test
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How to Prepare Your Child for an Online Independent (Private) School Interview
Congratulations! If your child has been invited for an independent (private) interview following an 11-plus exam, they’ve done well enough to get through to the next stage. The independent school interview can be as nerve-wracking as the exam preparations and the entrance exams – but they don’t need to be! Of course, the interview does…
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How can I improve my child’s vocabulary?
How completing crossword puzzles will improve your child’s learning
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Creative writing tips for children and parents
Every child is a writer. They may not know it yet, but they have the power to take any idea and turn it into a story. As parents, we can nurture this gift by providing our children with creative writing tips that will help them cultivate their imagination and find their voice as writers!
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How to Improve Child’s Creative Writing Skills
Are you struggling to get your child’s creative writing skills up to scratch for the 11+ exams? It is essential to provide your child with an outlet for their creativity to help them develop skills like creative writing.
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How to Improve Creative Writing for 11+ Exams: 20 Tips to Get your Child Ready
Do you have a child who is preparing for the 11+? Are they struggling to think of ideas or are their stories lacking in depth? If this sounds familiar, some steps can be taken to improve your child’s creative writing. By following these simple tips, you’ll help them get on track to write amazing stories.