Children can help with the family tree by writing what they know about certain family members for a memoir to go with the tree. This is always fun and exciting for all members of the family. Letter writing is a great way to get children writing regularly. They can write letters to family, friends, or even a pen-pal. In fact, children may enjoy having a pen-pal the most and may be more creative in their writing if this is someone who doesn't already know all about them and their life.
Children like to put on shows for parents.
But too often, they really don't know what to act out. Encouraging children to actually take time to write a play will excite them and get them writing at the same time. Let children see you write. Just as they may read more if they see parents read, they may like to write more if this is something that parents also enjoy. Even if they just see their parents writing letters, they will get the idea that this is enjoyable.