A group blog of middle-grade authors celebrating books for middle-grade readers. Focused on writing and books for 8 to 13 year olds.| From The Mixed Up Files
SummaryThis writing prompt works for all ages from grade school through adults and focuses on self-esteem and mental health support. It's not only a writing prompt but uses simple origami to create Notes of Hope. When it seems like the world is just too much for our kids, when we witness hurt, fear, loneliness, a middle schooler’s loss of family or friends, it’s time to spread some hope. This is exactly how Libby, who comes from a long line of bullies, fights her reputation after finding ...| From The Mixed Up Files