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Jul 14 05 3:16 AM

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Okay I am new to the site as well as writing. I am here hoping to find my place in the world of writing. I have a pretty good idea where I would like to start but no idea how to. I am very interested in writing for children. I have two and would be proud to write for them.

Well my idea is to create a educational book. I am not sure how to go about it though. I know I need to research like crazy and thats fine I love to do that kind of stuff. But do I present it like purely factual or put a character in there like billy the toothpick and have him guide them through more like a story book?

I guess that's it, can someone point me in the right direction?

Thanks

mom2boys
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Jul 14 05 4:47 AM

Hiya and welcome, mom2boys

This is a tricky question, as was your post in the Children's section (I'll leave that for Robyn - and you may want to check out her Children's section on the main site for more ideas/solutions).

Hmmm. Where does anyone start when it comes to writing? With an idea. A hope. A dream. A desire. You seem to have all of these, so you're already on your way!

As for writing for kids, I would suggest you write what you would (or would've) like(d) to read about, and who - but within the simplified realm of childhood. Whether your book is meant to be educational or not, is it advised that most children's literature includes, or revolves around, a moral or message. By writing this in a character based story, you are more inclined to enamour your audience, as kids have vivid imaginations, so enjoy "escaping" more than being preached to. (The best lessons are those that we experience...)

I would also suggest you have a good browse through this site and forum - all sections. (Use the Archive section at the base of the forum page - or make sure you check the timeline on sections. Some only have the previous 30 days posted, so you'll have to use the drop-box to change it.) Many questions have been asked and answered; maybe you could garner some ideas from there.

Good luck and I'll be looking forward to your posts!
Jo

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