Ever since I went to a writer's conference in June, I've been interested in using blogs as a writing tool for myself. Now I'm seeing how the kiddos can use them too.

Tonight Fifi wanted to write a post while I combed her beautiful curly hair. (Diversion from the task a must tonight.) She worked dilligently for a good 30 minutes to type and spell the first sentence of her post. It was great to see her haning in there. She's been using Typing Instructor to learn to type and is developing confidence in her reading skills. Writing that post tonight was the perfect excercise for her.

(Not to TOS: The smiley's are a great incentive. Any additions would be welcome.)

Then 4 yr. old Bellaboo wanted to post on her blog. Actually, she mainly wanted to play with the smiley's, but she also said she wanted to spell. Turns out, she wanted to type some too. She chose four of her favorite smiley's (because she's four) then dictated the text to me. (Except the one she typed. ) 

Yeah!

Note to self: I'll have to ask my doc what he thinks the effects of being on the computer at a young age will have on the kiddos wrists in the future.