Mrs. Withstandley/ Miss Amendola

Writing Assignment

January 29, 2007

Topic: Write a three-paragraph essay: If you could suddenly give yourself one talent that you don’t presently have, what would it be? Explain why and how it could change your life.

Plan/Outline: What talent? Think about: Do you want to experience a big change or a small change? Do you want a huge life adjustment or day-to-day differences?

Introduction: what talent and why

Body: what your life would be like if you had that talent; what changes you would experience

Conclusion: what it would mean to you to have the talent

Your outline is due Tuesday.

Draft: Expand your outline into some semblance of a first draft. (one page)

Revise and Edit: This means more than check your spelling. You should read it aloud and make sure your ideas flow and they are written in logical order. Editing includes moving sentences, restructuring sentences or paragraphs, and checking for spelling. Do this BEFORE you hand it in on Thursday.

Draft: Write your first draft (due Thursday). First drafts may be handwritten or typed.

Revise and Edit: Yes, do it again, taking into consideration any comments from your teacher.

Write your final draft: Make your writing as clear and interesting (with details!) as possible. Final drafts must be typed in 12-font with standard margins. Your final draft is due Monday.