Writing skills are essential in education and need to be developed from an early age to ensure academic success. However, many children face challenges in writing, whether it’s related to structure, vocabulary, or creativity. These difficulties can hinder their ability to effectively communicate their thoughts and ideas. To address this, the Reading to Learn (R2L) method presents a solution that can significantly enhance children’s writing skills. The R2L method is a comprehensive approach that combines both reading and writing activities in a systematic way, allowing children to understand various text structures and patterns that they can apply in their own writing.This article discusses how the R2L method is not only effective but also enjoyable for children. Unlike traditional teaching methods that are either teacher-centered or student-centered, the R2L approach emphasizes the importance of collaboration and interaction between the teacher and the students to build knowledge. The method encourages children to think critically and creatively, helping them transform their ideas into coherent written form.By using the R2L method, students not only improve their writing abilities but also gain confidence in expressing their thoughts and ideas clearly. This boost in confidence is essential for their overall development as learners. The application of the R2L method in classrooms provides an innovative and engaging way to teach writing, fostering both creativity and critical thinking skills. As such, the R2L method offers a valuable approach to developing writing skills in children, making learning both effective and fun.

This research was conducted to determine various language errors contained in the mini research reports of students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program. The method used is a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques by means of observation, documentation and literature study. The source of data in this research is a mini research report from students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program Class of 2022, 3rd semester in the 2023 Academic Year at Medan State University. Based on the analysis activities that have been carried out, various language errors were found in the areas of phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics.