How to Be School Smart (School Survival Guide)

About the Author Elizabeth James has collaborated with Carol Barkin on more than two dozen books on a wide variety of subjects. She lives in Beverly Hills, California. Carol Barkin lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. She has collaborated with Elizabeth James on more than two dozen books on a wide variety of subjects. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Super Study Skills Tip #1It's not hard to write a good answer to an essay question. Just follow these four steps:--Think through what you want to say... before you start writing.--Jot down quick notes or a very brief outline.--Write your answer in complete sentences and state things as clearly as you can.Try to finish in time to read over your essay.