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The Power of Scaffolding in Teaching Children to Write

Bob Wood
October 11, 2024
Writing is one of the most fundamental skills a child can learn, but it’s also one of the most complex. It involves generating ideas, organizing thoughts, and using correct grammar and spelling—all while trying to be creative. For many children, this can feel overwhelming. That’s where scaffolding comes in.
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New Dodgeville-based Children’s Software Company Wins IT Category in State-Wide Competition

Bob Wood
July 16, 2024
Dodgeville, WI— 7/15/24 — Coming out on top as #1 in the statewide 2024’s Governor’s Business Plan Competition (IT Category), Scriptive LLC, a new startup from Dodgeville, Wisconsin has shown itself to be a player in the new TechEd space. The cash and in-kind prizes won from the competition will help the company launch WriteStories in August, its first product to hit the marketplace.
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The Impact of Creative Writing on Children: Fostering Imagination and Skill Development

Adam Roberts
August 12, 2024
Creative writing is not just about crafting stories. It is a powerful tool that can help children develop various life skills and transform them into confident communicators. Along with this, creative writing can cultivate a lifelong love for expression through words, ensuring a more successful future in a world that relies heavily on this type of communication. Creative writing can also be fun and engaging, which gives children an educational activity that they will enjoy. Children can benefit in a variety of ways by participating in creative writing experiences.
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