This thoughtful text teaches readers the basics of good academic writing. Following the Common Core English Language Arts Standard in writing, this book includes tips on setting up a proper writing space, finding motivation, and coming up with ideas. It also teaches readers how to conduct research, organize one's notes, formulate theses, put together an outline, write rough drafts, revise, write a final draft, compile a bibliography, keep everything organized, and more. With a straightforward and pragmatic approach, this book will give students the basics they need to write successfully in school.