1. Introduction Start with some background information
Thesis statement. Use the following template!
“In the [time period], [YOU] changed from [starting condition] to [ ending condition] as a result of [turning point].  [Continuity], however, remained consistent”

2. Format
Body paragraph #1: Set the stage at beginning point (i.e. your birth?). Discuss the characteristics of first “chunk” of time. Explain what was happening at this time related to you up until the turning point.
Body paragraph #2: Describe the turning point in your life It does not necessarily have to be in the middle of the period, but should be a source of changes. Explain both changes and continuities and analyze-why do these occur?
Body paragraph #3: Discuss the characteristics of second “chunk” of time. Explain changes that occur after the turning point and analyze-why do they occur? Also, make sure you describe continuities-what remains the same, even after the turning point!

3. Topic Sentences Paragraph 1: Prior to the (turning point), (you) were…
Paragraph 2: Briefly give a general overview of the turning point.
Paragraph 3: After the (turning point), (you) were…

4. HOMEWORK:
USING YOUR TIMELINE, WRITE A CCOT ESSAY, FOLLOWING OUR FORMAT!
HAND IN MONDAY!