The Writing Journey: Lessons From Nancy's Tutoring Corner (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781966706007)

Come with me on an amazing adventure! Learn the art of journaling and keep a written account of your surroundings. As we explore, test out writing techniques along the way to help you express yourself more creatively. When we take time to rest, I will encourage you to prepare your personal portfolio, one to help with your future. Take inventory of your desires, talents, skills, and purposefully commit to making a difference in our society. How would you present yourself to prospective universities, hiring organizations, potential bosses, athletic recruiting scouts, or your own future clients? Propel forward by learning the art of listening. I will share fun ways to grow your vocabulary and improve your reading comprehension. Then, practice different note taking, outlining, and mapping strategies.Discover mind boggling ways to critically think at a higher level and write more meaningful essays and reports -- ones that adhere to higher education standards. Most of all discover YOU! Allow yourself time to find your sweet spot and skillfully introduce yourself to others by practicing giving presentations. Enjoy the journey of writing and more! Let's begin!

Your writing journey begins here! Writing begins with asking the question, "What do I see?" Enjoy developing your writing skills in a fun way. We begin with exploring locations and engaging our five senses to develop fictional stories. Get inspired to write both fiction and nonfiction.

This book will challenge you to think more innovatively about writing. From journaling, portfolio creations, to essays, reports, and more, each chapter weaves together thoughtful tips and instructions. The reader will explore study techniques and note taking methods that promotes critical thinking and attentiveness. You will discover so much about yourself and be inspired to communicate the sweet spot, that which propels the best.

Nancy B. Velasco, MSEd offers encouraging steps, sound advice, and proven methods for improving writing skills. She works privately as an Education Specialist in Southern California and enjoys helping students excel. In this book, the author takes some of her most popular instructional lessons and shares them in hopes to reach out to more students just like you.