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    5 Powerful Benefits of Writing Journals for Upper Elementary Students

    Ever thought about journaling with your students? As a veteran teacher, I can’t deny the benefits of writing journals in the upper elementary classroom. Journaling is such a powerful tool! It has a positive impact on students’ creativity and social-emotional learning. And writing journals are a simple, effective, low-risk way for students to practice writing […]

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    Welcome to the Blue Heart Writing Blog!

      Hi there! I’m Carolyn Cerrito, founder and CEO of Blue Heart Writing. I help upper elementary teachers like you inspire and support your students to become creative, purposeful, and independent writers.      💙 Stuck on how to encourage your reluctant writers beyond that scary blank page?       💙 Overwhelmed at the thought […]

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