This You Believe

This post is for JUNIORS only.

Overview:

We've read a handful of NPR's "This I Believe" essays over the last few days. Your task? Write one of your own. (You might want to re-read the three essays you have to give you an idea about form, paragraph length, tone, etc.)


Criteria:

• Your first sentence must be: "I believe ______________________."
• The essay must be multiple paragraphs and 500 words minimum.
• You must use correct grammar, spelling and puctuation.
• Write in first person.
• All material must be class appropriate.
• Most importantly, your essay should be hearfelt and earnest. In other words, write from the heart; write about something you actually believe in.

Topics:

• Once you have your topic, post it as a comment below.
• Repeats are not allowed, so read all of the topics your classmates have already entered.
• Use this format in you post: "I believe _____________________."