Simple writing assignments may be all you wish to do for a first effort. Daily writing helps the student to clarify his thoughts and keep up with the material being covered in class. We often ask the students to write about the homework problems. Daily summary of reading material is a good method to force the student to read the book. The daily writing also gives the instructor a better feel for the individual student and the class as a whole.
Poetry is another way to help students think through a concept.
In order to write a poem about a math concept you must understand it. Cinquin poetry is a good way to begin. Other creative and fun projects are cartoons, riddles and sports like commentary about a particular math concept. If you wish to try a more involved writing project. We suggest one that can be done in a group.