1. Writing: How it’s done!

2. Generate Ideas
Freewriting
Brainstorming
Clustering
Questioning

3. Freewriting – Write whatever comes to mind for a short period of time
Freewriting – Write whatever comes to mind for a short period of time. Brainstorming – Make a list or words or phrases that pertains to the topic.
Popcorn is a tasty treat. There are many flavors that popcorn comes in. There is butter, caramel, and kettle. You can fix popcorn several ways also. It can be popped on the stove, in the microwave, and over a fire. Popcorn tastes even better with a little sprinkle of salt. It is a great snack while you are watching your favorite movie or anytime.
Many flavors
Popcorn
Butter
Caramel
Kettle
Great with chocolate
Great snack anytime

4. Clustering – A visual to generate ideas for a single topic.
popcorn
How to prepare
flavors
types
history

5. Questioning – Ask yourself questions to generate ideas for your topic.
What kind of corn is used for popcorn?
Who invented popcorn?
How many different flavors is popcorn made into?
What is the best way to fix popcorn?

6. Organize Your Ideas Narrow down your topic
Get rid of ideas you do not need
Put your ideas in order

7. A great way to organize your ideas is to use an outline.

8. Write your first draft
Pay attention and concentrate on the content of your essay

9. Revise Make sure you have the content you want in your essay.
Make sure you do not have any non-essential information in your essay.
Make sure you have your content in the correct order.

10. Proofread/Publish
Check for grammatical mistakes. Check for punctuation mistakes. Check for spelling mistakes. Have someone read your essay for you. Write your final draft.