An explanation of what an essay is and tips on how to write them.

I Want a Dog: My Opinion Essay By Darcy Pattison, Illustrated by Ewa O'Neill Hurrah for Essays! All writing lessons should be this much fun. When cousins Dennis and Mellie decide to get a dog, they consider carefully what breed would be best for each family. For example, Dennis wants a big dog, but Mellie wants tiny. He has no other pets, but she has other pets that a dog must get along with. They consider different dog personalities, family situations,...

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