Help me please! My daughter is failing in the 4th grade with her writing. How can I help her improve her writing skills? She doesn't grasp what she reads fully because her writing doesn't match with what she reads. asahe leaves out crucial information and her spelling and vocabulary are always incorrect and what she writes about makes no sense at times.

Here are a couple suggestions.

1. Have your daughter tell you what she wants to write. You can then write it down. If something doesn't make sense, talk with her until she comes up with something that is correct. When you're finished, ask her to copy what you've written carefully.

2. Have her use a word processing program that catches misspelled words. Read it back to her to make sure she's said what she's meant.

3. Try providing reading materials she does understand. I often find easy-to-read information by typing the word kids after my search words. Example: Veteran's Day kids.
http://www.va.gov/kids/k-5/multicontent_dtl.asp?intPageID=3&intSideBoxID=63&currentgrp=&currentPage=1

4. Talk with her teacher about the problems you see.

I have some ideas:

First, you should find books that she enjoys to read, so ask her what she likes. Then, go to the library or somewhere to find a book for her. Now you should encourage her to set a daily reading schedule, so her reading gets fixed too! But for the writing, when she's done with the book, take her to a word processing program that catches grammar and spelling mistakes. Ask her to write about the book, and take as long as she likes! Tell her just to write a) things about the book b) the characters in the book c) what she wished had happened or what she was glad happened, and finally d) whatever she wants to write! When she's done, you should go over it with her and fix up first the grammar and spelling mistakes and then try to edit and revise the story. Take your time, let her fully understand what you expect and how to fix what she writes about. Repeat this, and slowly work on your last problem, matching what she read to what she writes. Tell her to make them alike, and teach her some easy things to remember about spelling, like 'i before e but not after c!' I was taught that...
Finally, let her have fun with writing sometimes. The key thing to being a good writer is liking what you are doing. If you are not enjoying yourself, then you will not want to write and you will not be good at it because you don't do it. Hope I helped!
XO, Helen

thanx guys i will definitely try those suggestions

I'm sorry to hear that your daughter is struggling with her writing skills. Improving writing skills can be a gradual process, but there are several strategies you can try to help her develop her writing abilities. Here are some suggestions:

1. Encourage reading: Reading is crucial for improving writing skills. Encourage your daughter to read a variety of age-appropriate books, both fiction and non-fiction, to help her develop her understanding of language, sentence structure, and vocabulary.

2. Model good writing: Be a role model by demonstrating good writing habits. Let your daughter see you writing and encourage discussions about your own writing process. This can help her understand the importance of revision, editing, and attention to detail in writing.

3. Practice pre-writing activities: Before writing, encourage your daughter to brainstorm ideas, create outlines, or make mind maps to organize her thoughts. This can help her ensure that she includes all necessary information and stays focused on the topic.

4. Focus on grammar and mechanics: Help your daughter understand the basic rules of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Start with simple exercises and gradually progress to more complex ones. There are also many online resources and grammar books specifically designed for children.

5. Provide writing prompts: Give your daughter specific writing prompts to practice different types of writing, such as descriptive or persuasive writing. Start with shorter assignments and gradually increase the length and complexity of her writing tasks.

6. Offer constructive feedback: When reviewing your daughter's writing, point out both strengths and areas for improvement. Provide specific examples and suggestions for how she can enhance her writing. Encourage her to revise her work based on your feedback.

7. Seek additional support: If your daughter's struggles persist, consider reaching out to her teacher to discuss your concerns. The teacher may have additional resources or strategies to support her writing development.

Remember, building strong writing skills takes time and practice. Be patient and supportive, and celebrate her progress along the way.