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Writing for yearbook

Once students have had some practice interviewing, they’re ready to go to it. But wait, there’s more!

Make sure they know what makes a great yearbook story — from leads to quotes to transitions. Even if you covered writing for yearbook long ago, it may be time for a refresher course, especially as profiles and feature stories are being finalized. Check out this Write Right resource. It ties up a lot of writing lessons in one handy reference.

CHECK OUT THESE THREE THINGS, TOO

1. Ask good questions: Interview with confidence by asking the right questions. This interviewing activity is a great way to practice.

2. Avoid bad words: Watch out for yearbook contraband words that weaken your writing. Here’s a great resource for writers.

3. Transition smoothly: You’ve got your quotes. Now what do you do with them? Here’s some practice with writing transitions.

SALES SPOTLIGHT

Consider providing parents with a way to make yearbooks part of their family’s holiday tradition. Here’s a downloadable DIY card you can send to purchasers in November and December.

Don’t forget to promote the Day of Giving fundraiser for St. Jude. For every book purchased through Yearbook Order Center.com on Dec. 1, Herff Jones will make a $1 donation to St. Jude.

NEW HERE?

Use this helpful guide to train your staffers to use the same copy-editing marks for revisions. It’s a timesaver!

Need to rewind? All of our Adviser Assistance emails are available on their own page.

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DID YOU KNOW? The same documents available on LearnYBK.com are also available on Google Drive. The answer keys are there as well.

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