Writing is a fun way for family members to communicate with each other and others in their lives. The links on this page lead you to an overview of the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Writing (what your child is expected to know and be able to do). Encourage your child to write for different reasons to increase his or her creative thinking, vocabulary, self-expression, and organizational skills. Talk to your child about reasons to write and offer guidance when necessary to help your child become a more successful writer.

	Help Your Child with Writing Here are some tips and strategies to help your child with writing.

	Activities Here are many different Writing activities, organized by grade and difficulty level, to do at home with your child.

	Resources Here are links to websites that provide writing activities and suggestions for writing at home.

	Descriptions of the Reporting Categories The topics that are tested on the PSSA are based on the Pennsylvania Academic Standards, which describe what all students should know, understand, and be able to do. Above is a link to descriptions of each reporting category. Each description is followed by an activity that you and your child can do together to help improve her skills in that area.