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Writing a Personal Essay
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The activities in this book will take the student through the step-by-step process of writing a personal essay - from choosing a topic to presenting a finished essay. A Teacher's Guide is included for most lessons and a Student Tip Sheet and a Sample Topics List will help make writing an essay a breeze.
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