Writing Smarts: A Girl's Guide to Writing Great Poetry, Stories, School Reports, and More!

Part of the "School Smarts" series, this book takes the mystery out of the writing process. Girls will learn how to use words effectively in creative writing and in their schoolwork, with topics including how to find their voice, create characters, and tackle research papers. A handy reference section provides quick access to commonly misspelled words, irregular verbs, punctuation rules, and more. Quizzes, writing prompts, and punch-out "Creative Sparks" cards help combat writer's block and inspire stories.