Today I went to Good Shepherd School in Pacifica and talked to grades 6-7-8 about Children's Lives During the American Revolution. They are participating in a DAR essay contest on the subject. I talked about how they will be writing a lot of essays in junior high, high school and college, so it important to practice certain skills:
Analyze. Study the topic/question. Make sure you understand the words. Looking up the words you know and use every day might give you an idea of what to write about. I asked if anyone there was a child. Then we discussed the definition of "child."
Angle. I said the person who reads the essay for the DAR might have to read hundreds. How can you make yours stand out? Look for a unique angle.
A___. I said I'd fill that one in later. After I finished, I said it was "Amuse." If someone has to read hundreds of essays, they'll remember yours if you find a good story or anecdote to tell.
It was fun, but I am tired.
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