Originally Posted by master of none
up until the 3rd grade teacher blew out her candle in a very misguided attempt to get her to look like the other 3rd graders. She hasn't won a contest since. And even though she is a strong writer in her bedroom, it's rarely seen in school work anymore, and she no longer writes for an audience.

How did this happen? (if you are comfortable sharing.) My son has been "writing" since he was 4... and I am a little worried this will happen to him, too. How does one prevent this, I wonder....

Last edited by Irena; 12/01/13 04:24 PM.