Five Basic Writing Skills Students Should Learn Early On
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a. Proper Spelling and Punctuation
One of the first challenges young students face when learning how to write is understanding how to use proper spelling and punctuation.
This should come as no surprise—written language is very different than spoken language and has its own unique rules. Furthermore, the English language is notorious for its challenging quirks and many inconsistencies. However, proper spelling and punctuation are the foundation for all effective written communication and it’s imperative for kids to learn them (even in the age of spellcheck and autocorrect!).
