187 // How to Cultivate A Young Author: Empowering Creative Writing in a Charlotte Mason Homeschool with Bonnie Schaefer

Have you ever wondered how you can inspire your children to explore the magical world of writing and storytelling? Do you dream of nurturing their creativity and helping them build effective writing habits for a lifetime of expression? In this episode, we have a special guest, Bonnie Jean Schafer, an author and Christian writing coach, who will share invaluable advice on how parents and teachers can help kids write books and pursue their passion for writing. As we dive into the conversation, you'll discover practical tips to create a safe and encouraging space for your young authors to thrive. Nurturing creativity aligns perfectly with the principles of Charlotte Mason, as it cherishes the individuality and imagination of each child. Bonnie will reveal the power of consistent writing practices and how they lay the foundation for effective habit-building and creative expression. Additionally, we'll discuss the importance of understanding your child's feelings and encouraging them to set challenging writing goals. As parents, we play a crucial role in stimulating our children's story ideas through thought-provoking questions and providing them with the resources they need to explore this wonderful craft. Whether your child is looking to pursue writing as a hobby or potentially monetize it in the future, you'll find guidance on supporting their dreams and passions. We'll also touch upon Bonnie's incredible membership program, which offers a supportive community of like-minded young writers, along with coaching and valuable feedback to take their writing journey to new heights. So, join us in this exciting episode, where we'll embark on an adventure of nurturing creativity, encouraging aspirations, and igniting the spark of storytelling within our young authors. Together, let's inspire them to chase their dreams and embrace the joy of writing. XOXO, Katie Find Bonnie: www.authordkdrake.com Free GIFT! herhomeandheart.net/free Community! https://urlgeni.us/facebook/HHAHGroup FEEL GOOD AGAIN! (My favorite Hack!) familysuccess.lifevantage.com Meet Katie: https://herhomeandheart.net/coaching COUPONS, HACKS, and FUN THINGS : https://linktr.ee/FamilySuccess Want Your Question Considered For The Podcast? Leave me a message! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieK