Writing in the Digital Age

In today’s classrooms, literacy isn’t just about reading and writing—it’s also about navigating the digital world. The International Literacy Association defines literacy as including the ability to “identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute using printed and written materials… in varying contexts.” That “varying contexts” now includes online, multimedia, and interactive environments.

WriteStories merges traditional writing skills with modern technology skills.
When children use WriteStories, they aren’t just typing words—they’re learning essential digital skills that will serve them far beyond elementary school.

Here’s how:

• Keyboarding fluency: By writing stories to match illustrations, students practice sustained typing in a meaningful context—reinforcing speed and accuracy without repetitive drills.
  
• Digital navigation: The platform encourages kids to manage multiple windows, adjust text appearance, and save or export their finished books—mirroring real-world document handling.
  
• Creative presentation: Formatting text, arranging narratives alongside images, and previewing final e-books teach design thinking and layout awareness.
  

Why this combination matters.
The National Education Technology Plan emphasizes integrating digital literacy with core academics, rather than teaching them separately. WriteStories embodies this approach—students learn to write creatively while building the confidence to use digital tools fluently.

For teachers and parents, it’s a two-for-one.
Instead of running separate sessions for keyboarding, technology, and creative writing, WriteStories allows all three to be taught together in a fun, motivating way. Children see their ideas come to life in a polished, sharable e-book—building not only skills, but also a sense of accomplishment.

In an era where both strong writing and tech skills are essential for success, WriteStories offers a simple, engaging way to teach them side by side. It’s not about replacing traditional writing—it’s about equipping young learners to thrive in the world they’re growing into.