Skill difficulties: students with writing problems

Learning to write is uniquely challenging. Writing requires the masery and

concurrent of complex array of language skills, from vocabulary and spelling to the
ability to organize and convey ideas.
Writing is hard work and can be chore, but excessive complaining and
procastination may indicate a bigger problem with writing. If not addressed,
eventually writing problems can lead to problem in other subjects and affects
overall academic succes.

PROBLEMS

Do not analyze or reflect on writing

Have limited ability to self regulate
Have poor text transcription (spelling, handwriting)
Do not plan before and during writing
frustrated and incorrect grammar
Have poorly structured essays and unsupported

As a teacher, we shouldn't be overly concerned if your child writing is not perfect

writing ability improves in strategies.

give positive feedback

Incorporate writing inti family activities
Don't rush writing
Get extra help