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My Kid Can’t Write an Essay Without Having a Meltdown
She gets overwhelmed every time but breaking down the assignment into smaller steps could help her manage it.
Elena Xausa
Editor’s Note: Every Tuesday, Abby Freireich and Brian Platzer take questions from readers about their kids’ education. Have one? Email them at homeroom@theatlantic.com.
Dear Abby and Brian,
My daughter is in ninth grade and is really struggling with essay writing. English, history, the subject doesn’t matter she has a meltdown every time. She just stares at the screen and doesn’t know where to start.