This special journal issue focuses on writing in the elementary school. Topics discussed in the various articles include (1) a technique for teaching persuasive composition, (2) writing in the second and third grades, (3) correlating writing assignments with the study of literature, (4) a problem solving approach to composition, (5) the Virginia Writing Project, (6) how to deal with censorship, (7) grading student writing, (8) the child as bookmaker, and (9) the teaching of grammar. In addition, the journal provides a brief selection of teaching ideas designed to improve student writing. (HTH)