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312. Writing Stations
Category: Education
Duration: 00:27:42
Publish Date: 2025-11-05 10:30:00
Description:

Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley return with a heartwarming episode all about writing stations---simple, inviting setups that help kids discover the joy of putting pen to paper. Inspired by Melissa's son Steven, who has turned letter-writing into an art form, the hosts explore how authentic writing can become a beloved ritual rather than a chore.

From Steven's letters to UPS and Paula's Choice to the treasure of handwritten notes to grandparents, Julie and Melissa show how writing stations make real-world communication accessible, beautiful, and meaningful. They share easy ways to stock materials---stationery, stamps, pens, and postcards---and ideas for turning everyday writing into connection, gratitude, and delight.

This episode celebrates handwriting as an act of love and self-expression, reminding parents that the goal isn't perfect penmanship---it's the human touch of words sent out into the world.

Topics discussed include:

  • How one homeschooler's letters sparked joy and community
  • Creating low-stress writing stations at home
  • Letter writing as real-world language arts
  • Why small gestures of gratitude matter
  • The enduring beauty of paper, pens, and stamps

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