1. “If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.” AdviceAdvice Explanatory Prompt

2. Prompt: Read the following prompt & write an essay based on the instructions. The grade will be based on the rubric following the prompt. Read the following prompt & write an essay based on the instructions. The grade will be based on the rubric following the prompt. Imagine that you could give advice to someone—it could be someone you know personally, a historical figure, or a famous person living today. Write an essay that identifies the person and explains the advice you would give. Choose a familiar subject so that you can provide details and elaboration that explain why this person needs your advice. Explanatory Prompt

3. Gather Ideas! Think about a person you would give advice to and why. Think about a person you would give advice to and why. Once you have gathered several ideas on both sides, decide which information is the strongest. Then, move on to develop your thesis statement. PersonWhy? Explanatory Prompt Advice

4. Thesis Statement Use your ideas to develop a strong Thesis Statement. Use your ideas to develop a strong Thesis Statement. A person I would love to give advice to is ____________ because ____________, __________, and ___________. Will an implied thesis work for your style? Kick it up! _______ would definitely benefit by the valuable advice I could provide. Revise: Did you choose the best ideas? Are there any words you can replace with stronger word choices? Explanatory Prompt

5. Your Turn to Write On! Check List Review your ideas. Choose the best ideas for your essay. Develop a strong Thesis Statement. Evaluate and revise your Thesis Statement. Write your essay. Focus:___________________________________ Explanatory Prompt