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Philly - an example from a 9th grader

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When	Why
Dec-10-24	Everything I know about poppy stores
Dec-10-24	What makes this topic interesting to me?
Dec-10-24	Even more writing...
Dec-10-24	What's the point?

The unassuming culture around poppy stores.What is a poppy store and whats in it. How poppy stores have stayed constant and the history and cultural influence of poppy stores. Sharing stories on how they are close to my heart.

DMU Timestamp: December 10, 2024 23:32

This is where the student would have done some freewriting or maybe a list... anything and everything about their chosen topic.

DMU Timestamp: December 10, 2024 23:33

More wild, free writing here, but focused now on why all of this matters.

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Getting down to it... the student continue here.

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Keep it going!

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Dec 10

Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 6:59PM) : I'm excited to get started on this topic because I want to learn more about the history and culture of poppy stores. more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

Before we begin, I want to remind you that you can write in response to my prompts in a Reply or by clicking Add to Document, and then adding New Content. When you are ready to move to the next step, click Reply with AI and select the Guidelines for Composing again.

Your enthusiasm for exploring the history and culture of poppy stores is infectious! You mention how they’re “close to your heart,” which tells me you have some personal stories or connections that could really enrich your writing. Embracing these personal experiences will bring a unique depth to your exploration of poppy stores.

1. Find a way to get comfortable. Shake out your hands, take a deep breath, settle into your chair. Close your eyes if you’d like to; relax. Find a way to be quietly and comfortably aware of your inner state. Ask yourself, “What’s going on with me right now? Is there anything in the way of my writing today?” When you hear yourself answering, take a minute to jot down a list of any distractions or impediments that come to mind.

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Paul A Paul A (Dec 10 2024 7:01PM) : There's not much going on. I'm in school, so there's that. I'm thinkng about my next class.

Dec 10

Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:01PM) : What's next? more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

It’s great that you’re sharing your current state with me. Balancing school and writing can be a lot, but acknowledging your thoughts about your next class can help you clear your mind and focus on your writing about poppy stores. Recognizing these thoughts as they come up can actually enhance your writing process by being aware of them instead of letting them drift unnoticed in the background.

2. Now ask yourself, “What’s on my mind? Of all the things I know about, what might I like to write about now?” When you hear yourself answering, jot down what comes. Maybe you get one thing, maybe a list. If you feel totally blocked, you may write down “Nothing.” Even this can be taken further by asking yourself, “What is this `Nothing’ all about?” Ask yourself, “Now that I have a list—long or short—is there anything else I’ve left out, any other piece I’m overlooking, maybe even a word I like, something else I might want to write about sometime that I can add to this list?” Add anything that comes to mind.

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Dec 10

Paul A Paul A (Dec 10 2024 7:06PM) : My list more

I love poppy stores.
corner store.
I wonder who owns them.
Why do we call them Poppy stores in PHilly?

Dec 10

Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:06PM) : I'm ready. more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

Your curiosity about poppy stores in Philly shines through in your notes. It’s clear that they hold a significant place in your thoughts, especially with questions like, “Why do we call them Poppy stores in Philly?” This kind of inquisitiveness will serve you well as you delve deeper into your topic. You’ve already got a few threads to pull on, like ownership and their cultural naming, which can lead to a rich exploration of their significance and history.

3. Whether you have one definite idea or a whole list of things, look over what you have and ask, “What here draws my attention right now? What could I begin to write about, even if I’m not certain where it will lead?” Take the idea, word, or item and click Add to Document. Make this idea, word, or item the title of the New Content. Now—taking a deep breath and settling comfortably into your chair—ask yourself, “What are all the associations and parts I know about this topic? What can I say about it now?” Spend as long as you need writing down these responses. Perhaps it will be a sustained piece of freewriting or stream of consciousness, or perhaps separate bits, a long list, or notes to yourself.

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Dec 10

Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:09PM) : Wow... now what? more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

If you’re ready to continue exploring your topic in depth, go ahead and jot down all the different associations and parts you know about poppy stores. Think about their role in the community, your personal experiences, and possible historical influences. Let your thoughts flow without worrying about structure or order right now. This is your opportunity to gather all your raw material.

4. Now having written for a while, interrupt yourself, and click Add to Document again. Without looking back at what you have written so far, take a fresh look at this topic or issue. Grab hold of the whole topic—not the bits and pieces—and ask yourself, “What makes this topic interesting to me? What’s important about this that I haven’t said yet? What’s the heart of this issue?” Wait quietly for a word, image, or phrase to arise from your “felt sense” of the topic. Write whatever comes. Click Add to Document again and copy what you just wrote as the title of New Content.

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Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:13PM) : I'm ready for step 5 more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

When you’re ready, let’s dive deeper into what makes poppy stores so fascinating to you. Consider what emotional or cultural connections you have with them that you haven’t fully expressed yet. Think about their essence and why they matter so much in your narrative. Let a central theme or a striking image from your felt sense guide you in this next piece of writing.

5. Take this word or image and use it. Ask yourself, "What’s this all about? Describe the feeling, image, or word. As you write, let the ‘felt sense’ deepen. Where do you feel that ‘felt sense’? In your head, stomach, forearms? Where in your body does it seem centered? Continue to ask yourself, ‘Is this right? Am I getting closer? Am I saying it?’ See if you can feel when you’re on the right track. See if you can feel the shift or click inside when you get close, ‘Oh yes, this says it.’

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Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:16PM) : Thank you. Is there more? more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

You’re doing great! Let’s continue to refine your understanding of the core of your interest in poppy stores. Tune into your bodily sensations as you explore this theme. Describe the feelings or images that arise. As you write, aim for that moment of clarity when everything clicks into place.

6. If you’re at a dead end, you can ask yourself, “What makes this topic so hard for me?” or “What’s so difficult about this?” Again pause and see if a word, image, or phrase comes to you that captures this difficulty in a fresh way—and if it will lead you to some more writing. When you find yourself stopping, ask, “What’s missing? what hasn’t yet gotten down on paper?” and again look to your “felt sense” for a word or an image. Write what comes to mind. When again you find yourself stopping, ask yourself, “Where is this leading? What’s the point I’m trying to make?” Again write down whatever comes to mind.

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Dec 10

Paul A's Question Paul A and/or Guidelines for Composing (Dec 10 2024 7:19PM) : That's a lot! more

Guidelines for Composing with Paul A's edits:

You’re making fantastic progress in exploring the essence of poppy stores. If you encounter a challenging point, don’t shy away from it. Consider what’s making it difficult and see if that leads you to new insights or angles to explore. It’s a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of the topic and yourself as a writer.

7. Once you feel you’re near or at the end, ask yourself, “Does this feel complete?” Look to your “felt sense,” your gut reaction, even to your body, for the answer. Again write down whatever answer comes to you. If the answer is “No,” pause and ask yourself, “What’s missing?” and continue writing.

You’ve got this! Dive deep into your reflections and keep honing your voice. If you’re ready to explore more on felt sense in writing, I invite you to look into the Guidelines for Composing further by listening to and commenting on these two video playlists: https://writingpartners.net/documents/3287

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