Great resource for lessons, sponge activities, and substitute lessons. Highly recommend for all teachers who want useful support for their writng program.

As a teacher of high-school students with learning disabilities I was very happy to find Ms. Rawlings book. Nothing is more difficult in writing than thinking of an idea and getting started. I found that my students would simply stare into space when asked to write, desperately trying to think of something to write about. Now I use the story starters as fun, creative ways to get the kids going. For the first time many of them want to write because the story starters are so compelling they want to start the story and see where it takes them. I also enjoy the sensible teaching tips from a seasoned pro in the classroom. Thank you Ms. Rawlings Miller!

I have my own tutoring service I have used this book to help my students who do not like writing. The prompts located in the book are great ways for children to use their imagination and be creative in many different ways and capacities. I would suggest this book for any teacher or parent who is trying to finds ways to help that struggling student to enjoy writing.

This is a generally good book. I like that it spends a little more time on some of the concepts that are generally difficult for students.