| Amanda must write a story for school and needs a topic. Freelance writer Kate suggests that the best way to get started is to be observant and to make clear, concise notes. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Uncle Willard talks about the importance of careful word usage. Viewers learn about the value of the thesaurus, the use of alliteration, and the power of descriptive passages. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Uncle Willard, a benevolent spirit, explains that writers can use their imaginations to make up any person, place, or thing, and remarks that "What if?" is a good phrase to get the imagination going. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| J.J. Pemberton, an aspiring writer, and Uncle Willard illustrate how authors use questions, conversation, and statements that intrigue by reference to their stories' characters, settings, or plots. They explain that even a single word can grab a reader's interest at the beginning of a story. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Uncle Willard tells Amanda that putting yourself into your story and telling it from your own point of view is one way to make it more exciting; also Amanda learns the importance of planning her story before she writes it. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Amanda and Keith discuss the stories they will enter into a contest. J.J. suggests Amanda correct the spelling and punctuation and edit her story, and that Keith should develop his hero's character more before they send their stories in. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| As a result of an adventure, Amanda and J.J. discuss different types of story endings and the elements that make up a good ending. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Through examples, viewers learn how writers can influence our perceptions merely through their choice of words. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
| Keith has to write a report and Kate suggests he should write down all his questions before starting his research. Keith also learns how to set up a title page, illustrations, and subheadings. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PIA 15 min. |
| Keith and Amanda learn how to write dialogue suitable for a play and how to set precise stage directions; then Amanda learns how to write out the piece in correct play form. 2000/CC Closed-Captioned PI 15 min. |
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Comprehensive Study Guide for You Can Write Anything
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