EPISODE 178 | Parents finding joy in writing for their children is a meaningful way to connect and nurture creativity. This act strengthens the parent-child bond, fosters creativity, encourages personal growth, and enhances cognitive skills. It also contributes to literacy development in children, fostering a love for storytelling and literature. Additionally, writing for children allows parents to share their values, life experiences, and wisdom in a tangible and memorable way. It provides an avenue for parents to explore imaginative worlds, create characters, and impart important lessons through engaging narratives. Ultimately, writing for children creates lasting memories and enriches both parents' and children's lives with shared experiences and imaginative adventures. Join Janna and her guest, Greg Baran, as they talk about writing and how to make it an enjoyable experience for your student.

ABOUT OUR GUEST | Greg Baran feels blessed every day because his wonderful wife Heather and his amazing son Nate are in his life. With a background in teaching college and secondary English studies, he noticed early on that many students struggled with writing. Drawing from his expertise in English Composition, he recognized that this challenge was solvable, and it became his mission to ensure that every student who passed through his classroom could write with clarity and effectiveness. This commitment led to the development of The Baran Method, which remains a driving force in his efforts to empower every child to become a proficient writer.

QUOTABLES | 

Teaching children how to write with a focus on confidence and effective methods. (0:00)

Teaching academic writing to students, focusing on a framework for organization. (4:03)

How to encourage kids to write without crushing their creativity. (9:20)

Importance of reading out loud to improve writing skills. (14:51)

Using AI in writing and its impact on children's learning. (19:49)

Importance of writing and communication skills for future jobs. (25:09)

Importance of articulating ideas in writing and education. (29:03)

Teaching children to write well through dictation and contextual grammar instruction. (33:41)

Teaching children to write using the "Baran Method" by Greg. (39:15)

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