Journal writing is a very special way for your child to record his or her thoughts, ideas, experiences and dreams. Encourage your child to find time write each day. It's a great way to encourage alone, reflective time.1. Self-reflection is an important component of every child's personal life. It's a life-long asset to be comfortable enough with oneself to work things through alone sometimes.
2. Purchase a special book that can become your child? journal to document his or her world.
3. Writing in this special journal will enable your child to express thought provoking ideas and will enhance your child? writing skills.
4. Your child will be able to become better at remembering his or her dreams.
5. Encourage your child to make the journal writing a part of his or her daily routine.
6. Your child will be able to review and reflect on past entries to gauge where he or she is in the world and how things have changed over time.
7. Every once in a while, strike up a conversation with your child about the issues he or she is dealing with.
8. The more open you are with your child, the more open and free your child will be with you.
9. And remember, your child's journal is sacred. Never read it without express permission!