A letter to my idol A letter to my idol English writing assignment

WritingWriting

In this assignment, you will have to write a one (1) page letter to your idol.

Once the writing part is completed, you will be asked to make a small oral presentation, including a PowerPoint, to present your idol (not your letter) to the rest of the class

Step 1Step 1

Make a list of reasons why you like this celebrity. Include what they do in the public light, such as their musical styling, or a public service they perform. Avoid superficial things like how good-looking they are. Instead say something meaningful, such as how savvy they are with fashion or how they inspire you to look your best

Step 2Step 2

Write an introductory paragraph that shows who you are in two or three sentences. Include your name and age and how long you have followed their work. Include that your intention for writing is to show appreciation. Don't ask for something right off the bat; this is no way to flatter a person.

Step 3Step 3

Write a second paragraph in four or five sentences explaining why their work is meaningful to you. Think about what is significant about their work that draws you to them and use your list for guidance. Include in some area of this paragraph how they have affected you positively. This shows you are a true fan and know their work.

Step 4Step 4

Wrap up with a third paragraph of three to four sentences. Celebrities get ton of fan letters, so keep it to a page in length. This will give it a better chance of being read. Include gratitude for their work. This is where you can slip in that you hope to get a response or obtain an autograph. Asking shows you want it, but that it isn't your sole reason for writing.

Step 5Step 5

Sign the end of the letter with an appropriate phrase such as "Sincerely Your Fan," or "Thanks Again For Your Inspiration." Avoid too-personal phrases like "Love," or big proclamations like "Your Number-One Fan," as these might be off-putting and not seem genuine.

Step 6Step 6

Read over your rough draft for grammatical errors. If you aren't a skilled editor ask a friend who is good with the written word to look it over. That person can also give you some feedback on anything you might want to add or omit.

Step 7Step 7

Write out your final draft in pen on stationery in legible writing. An unreadable letter will surely get tossed aside. After your closing phrase at the bottom you can opt to use your personal signature, but write your name in clear print below it with your contact information so your celebrity can contact you back.

In 2011…In 2011…

Carey PriceCarey Price

Carey PriceCarey Price

Daniel SedinDaniel Sedin

Daniel SedinDaniel Sedin

Joe ThorntonJoe Thornton

Sidney CrosbySidney Crosby

Sidney CrosbySidney Crosby

Email reply from Paula Findley

Thanks for the email! I’m not sure that I received your email a few months back, I would have definitely replied earlier, sorry about that! Sometimes my email sends messages to the junk folder if it doesn’t recognize the address. Anyways, I’m glad I got your message now!

I’m honoured that you chose to write to me for your school project. Sometimes I don’t feel like I’ve been successful enough to be seen as a role model, so it’s cool to get messages like this.

How long have you been doing triathlons for? I started when I was 16 years old, so you certainly have a head start on me!

The main thing that I’ve learned over the past few years is to deal well with setbacks, it won’t always be a smooth road, but the hard times definitely make you stronger. I’ve felt like giving up so many times over the past few years as I’ve struggled with injuries, but remembering what it feels like to win is what keeps me going.

It won’t be an easy road back to racing for me, and I don’t know if I’ll ever be as fast as I used to be, but I’m doing absolutely everything I can to get there!

Be awesome, love what you do and never give up. Believe in yourself!

Hope to run into you at a race one day!

Take care :)

PF

PresentationPresentation

Your presentation must include :Facts about them: date of birth, when did

his career start, etc.Why you admire that personExample of what they do: Small video clipConclusion