To analyze a character in a story (whether it’s a book or film) essentially means to discuss three things: What the character was like before the adventure How the character responded to the inevitable challenges How the character transformed as a result of the adventure It is very rare that a character in a story… [Read More]
How to Write a Film Analysis Essay – Step by Step
So, your assignment is to watch a movie and analyze it in an essay. Great! I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll show you how to write a film analysis. In short, to write a film analysis means to: Identify the elements of the film Identify the relationships among those elements Form an argument… [Read More]
How to Teach Your Child to Write an Essay – Step by Step
Children are naturally creative, and essay writing should come easy to them. But it usually doesn’t. So, how can you teach your child essay writing while making the process enjoyable for both of you? I’m Tutor Phil, and in this article I’ll show you how to teach your child how to express thoughts on paper,… [Read More]
How to Write a 300 Word Essay – Simple Tutorial
If you need to write a 300-word essay, you’ve come to the right place. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll guide you through the process step by step. We’ll write a complete essay together, so you’ll have an example of a 300-word essay, as well. Writing a 300-word essay is a 5-step process…. [Read More]
How to Write a Synthesis Essay – Illustrated Tutorial
A synthesis essay is an advanced type of an essay you may have to write in college. So, if you’re a little confused, not to worry – you’ve come to the right place. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this illustrated tutorial, I’ll teach you how to write a synthesis essay, step by step. So, what… [Read More]
How to Write a Narrative Essay – Step by Step Tutorial
A narrative essay is a piece of writing in which the author presents a theme and tells a story that illustrates it. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll guide you through writing a narrative essay, step by step. First, we’ll get clear on what a narrative essay is and how it is constructed…. [Read More]
What Is an Argumentative Essay? Illustrated Guide & Sample
An argumentative essay is a piece of writing in which the author states an argument and supports it using evidence. An argumentative essay is also known as an expository essay, a position essay, or an opinion essay. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial I’ll show you how to structure an argumentative essay. I’ll also… [Read More]
How to Write a Compare and Contrast Essay on Any Topic
If you’re writing a compare and contrast essay, and you’re a little overwhelmed, it’s totally understandable. This type of an essay has one of the trickiest structures. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, I’ll show you how to write a compare and contrast essay step-by-step. You’ll also learn several ways to structure it. Let’s… [Read More]
How to Outline an Essay – An Example with a Thesis
A detailed essay outline helps you organize your thoughts and prevents writer’s block. I’m Tutor Phil, and in this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the process of outlining a simple, college-level essay. I’ll also give you an example of a complete thesis statement based on the outline. Let’s dive right in. Outlining an essay is… [Read More]
How to Write a Thesis about Democracy
One of my subscribers, Nadir, is asking, “How do I write a thesis about democracy?” That’s a great question. We’re going to break this task into three steps. Let’s do it. Step 1: We’re going to break up “democracy,” meaning the concept of democracy, into more manageable parts. Step 2: We’re going to come up… [Read More]
