Reading non-fiction helps children develop a sense of the structure of expository texts. There is a myriad of non-fiction picture books of high quality from which to choose. An added bonus in reading non-fiction is that it helps children build world knowledge. By reading daily to children, parents help them build an understanding of how writing works, as well as the knowledge necessary to live life and become a good writer. Encourage your children to share their writing .
Writing is a social act.
It is meant to be shared. Talking about these ideas with parents helps children to think deeply about what they want to say and how they want to say it. At the same time, they are giving the act of writing the respect it deserves. Don't get bogged down. Just have fun conversing.