ink; here it’s about self-expression, not rules. Everyone who writes successfully keeps notes of some kind. Children’s journal exercises could develop readily into stories or essays as the writers review them later. High quality thinking and communication skills serve any Christian well, and a journal is a great way to practice these important skills. Ann Harmon is a mother, grandmother, and retired teacher of English and art, the last ten years of which were as an adjunct instructor of English at Virginia Commonwealth University. She has also taught for six years in the Middle East, as well as being involved in summer missions in Taiwan, China, Belgium, and Holland. She has undergraduate degrees in art, psychology, and English and a master’s in English, with a minor in education. A Publication of Christian Schools International | Spring 2014 7