awesomescopeWhen your child keeps a diary, they are able to captivate different elements of their life as well as the emotions they might have felt in particular times. This is great as it helps them look back and see what they have accomplished as well as being able to use these situations to help shape future decisions. They will also be able to capture childhood events, which is a great way to store memories. However, a diary allows children to do a lot more than scribble thoughts into a book. It helps stimulate the mind, work on writing skills and develop creativity. Below are a few snippets on why keeping a diary is beneficial for children, as advised by this independent day school.
Keeping a diary improves children’s writing skills
It is well known that not many children write for leisure and only attempt small tasks when required for school. However, a good set of writing skills is vital for academic success which is why it should be practiced from an early age. Writing in a diary is a great way for a child to practice their skills without the pressure or stress. Anything they write will be good, it’s just about practice.
Children can choose
Within the classroom, children rarely get a choice on the topic that is studied and then written about. Diaries allow for a space where they can choose the genre as well as the length of their work. There is no heavy requirement to complete a certain number of words or have it completed in a certain amount of time. Writing when there is no added stress can actually result in higher quality of work.
A space to be open
A diary is a safe space. If you have noticed your child struggles to communicate how they are feeling due to the fear of being judged, introducing them to a diary could be life changing.
