Rutgers University
Rutgers University: Getting an a on an English Paper
Written by a college professor, this site discusses five areas for students to work on to improve their writing. The areas are Thesis, Research, Close Reading, Style, and Mechanics. The author is clear and concise in his advice, and...
US Department of Education
U.s. Department of Education: Let's Write!
Tips for parents on what they can do to help their children learn to write well. These are specifics things, and not just a list of general suggestions. It would make a nice handout for open house or to send home with students.