Make your Kid an Author

I found this clever packet on helping your child write and illustrate their own book. It was so cute and creative that I had to get it. What's even better is that it can be stretched out into a week long activity.

Here's how:

Monday
     My husband works in unison with my daughter every night to construct a bedtime story. He begins and she ad-libs character names and antagonists in the story.

To begin, take time thinking up some fun or any of your kid's favorite story ideas. Brainstorm by writing down the ideas and then picking one that interests him/her the most.

Tuesday
     Edit the story, rewrite it neatly for your child so they can copy your "adult writing" and have your child come up with a title.

Wednesday
     Begin illustrating. Stickers are provided to help with the stories but you don't have to use them. Start by having your child decorate the cover.

Thursday
     Then have him/her illustrate the story in the pages throughout the book. This may take a while but it really depends on the individual.

Friday
     Lastly, decorate the back cover.

And repeat! The kit comes with 3 blank books.