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One Writer’s Process
Dave Demeter wrote about a great experience that taught him something. Here’s how he used the writing process to complete his work.
Prewriting
Select a Topic 🟪 Dave thought of two experiences—moving to his new home and spending the summer with Grandpa. He decided to write about his summer because Dave learned how to build models and he grew close to his grandpa.

Collect Details 🟪 Next, Dave listed details about the experience.
• Basic TV, no computer
• Formula 1 car model
• I glued parts on.
• We painted it blue.
• Grandpa let me take it home.